Waymo Takes Autonomous Vehicles on First International Trip to Japan
Alphabet's Waymo deploys 25 autonomous vehicles in Tokyo, partnering with local taxi companies to gather data and understand Japanese driving nuances.
Autonomous Vehicles
Waymo Surpasses 5 Million Driverless Trips, Leaving Rivals in the Dust
Alphabet-owned Waymo achieves a major milestone, completing 5 million driverless trips, with 4 million occurring in 2024 alone, solidifying its lead in the autonomous vehicle industry.
Tesla Eyes Texas Cities for Robotaxi Service Testing, Austin a Contender
Tesla is evaluating multiple Texas cities, including Austin, to test its long-promised robotaxi service, with the company still developing its autonomous vehicle technology.
Waymo's Autonomous Vehicles Prove Safer Than Humans in Latest Study
Waymo's self-driving cars cause less property damage and bodily injuries than human-driven vehicles, according to a study analyzing insurance data from 25.3 million miles driven.
NHTSA Proposes Framework for Autonomous Vehicles Without Manual Controls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposes a new framework to ease deployment of autonomous vehicles without traditional manual driving controls, requiring companies to share more safety data.
EV and AV Startups Struggle: A Year of Consolidation and Reckoning
2024 marked a turning point for electric vehicle and autonomous driving startups, with many faltering, and automakers reassessing their investment plans, signaling a shift in the industry's trajectory.