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They're Back

So, they're at it again. Those robot vehicles in search of Sarah Connor tasked with driving a course without human intervention. The last DARPA Grand Challenge wasn't exactly a ringing success but with the cash prize doubled to $2 million USD, things are heating up.

Starting tomorrow through October 5th, 43 teams are vying for 20 slots in the final challenge set for October 8th. In order to get to the finals in Nevada, the teams must compete in preliminary heats at the California Speedway in Fontana, California.

The finals will require the robotic vehicles to travel a 150-mile (about 240km) course within 10 hours (about 10 hours). The course route will not be announced until two hours prior to the start.

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