Waymo Introduces Charity Tipping Feature for Robotaxi Rides
Waymo's unreleased feature allows customers to tip for robotaxi rides, but with a twist - it's for charity, sparking debate on the company's motives and public image.
Autonomous Cars
Cruise Announces Layoffs as GM Acquires Defunct Robotaxi Company
Cruise begins layoffs after General Motors acquires the company, shifting focus to advanced driver assist and personally owned autonomous vehicles.
Zoox Robotaxi Hands-On: Safe, But Lagging Behind in Autonomous Vehicle Race
Amazon-owned Zoox Inc. has been testing its electric robotaxis in Las Vegas, but despite a safe ride, the company still lags behind competitors like Waymo in the autonomous vehicle market.
Volvo's ES90 Sedan to Feature Nvidia Supercomputer for Enhanced Performance
Volvo's upcoming ES90 sedan will boast a Nvidia Drive AGX Orin supercomputer, enabling lightning-fast processing speeds and advanced safety features.
Tesla Rolls Out Controversial Full Self-Driving Features in China, But with Limitations
Tesla begins pushing software update for Full Self-Driving features in China, but the version may be less capable than its North American counterpart due to data limitations.
Waymo's Autonomous Vehicles Now Exclusively Available on Uber in Austin
Waymo's driverless vehicles are now live in Austin, Texas, exclusively on the Uber app, marking a significant milestone in the autonomous vehicle market.
Rivian Enters Hands-Free Highway Driving Market with Enhanced Highway Assist
Rivian rolls out hands-free highway driving feature, Enhanced Highway Assist, on 135,000 miles of US and Canada roads, with plans for expansion and Level 3 automation in 2026.
Tesla's Full Self-Driving Feature Put to the Test with Mixed Results
YouTuber Kyle Paul's 'fake wall' test raises questions about Tesla's FSD capabilities, with one model failing to detect the obstruction and another succeeding
