Tesla Takes First Step Towards Robotaxi Service in California with Permit Application
Tesla applies for transportation charter-party carrier permit in California, paving the way for potential robotaxi service in the state.
Autonomous Vehicles
Driverless Maserati MC20 Coupe Sets New Autonomous Speed Record at 197.7 mph
A fully driverless Maserati MC20 Coupe has set a new land speed record for autonomous vehicles, reaching 197.7 mph at the Kennedy Space Center, surpassing the previous record of 192.2 mph.
Self-Driving Cars: Google and Others Map the Road to Automated Vehicles
Google, GM, and others are pushing forward with autonomous vehicle technology, despite regulatory hurdles and public skepticism, with the goal of saving thousands of lives on America's roads.
Uber, Waymo Launch 'Waymo on Uber' Robotaxi Service in Austin, Expanding Autonomous Vehicle Partnership
Uber users in Austin can now choose between a Waymo robotaxi and a human driver, marking a significant milestone in the companies' partnership and the autonomous vehicle industry.
Didi's Autonomous Vehicle Unit Seeks $5 Billion Valuation in New Funding Round
Chinese ride-hailing firm Didi is seeking fresh funds for its autonomous vehicle technology unit, aiming for a $5 billion valuation amid growing investor interest in self-driving cars.
Hyundai Partners with Avride to Develop 100 Robotaxis This Year
Hyundai teams up with Yandex spinoff Avride to jointly develop fully driverless cars for autonomous ridehailing, aiming to deploy 100 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUVs this year.
Hyundai and Avride Partner to Develop Autonomous Vehicles for Robotaxis and Delivery
Hyundai Motor Company and Avride agree to jointly develop autonomous vehicles, focusing on robotaxis and delivery services, with plans to expand Avride's fleet to 100 autonomous Ioniq 5's in 2025.
Uber's New Chief Product Officer Sachin Kansal Takes on Autonomous Vehicle Integration Challenge
Uber's new CPO Sachin Kansal is tasked with integrating autonomous vehicles into the Uber app, starting with Waymo robotaxis in Austin, amidst challenges and controversies in the AV industry.
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to 27 Square Miles in Silicon Valley
Waymo's 'Waymo One' early rider program expands to Mountain View, Los Altos, Palo Alto, and parts of Sunnyvale, marking a significant growth in its commercial deployments.