Waymo Hits 200,000 Paid Trips Per Week Before Tesla Even Gets StartedWaymo has achieved 200,000 paid autonomous rides weekly, doubling its figures in six months.
Uber and Nvidia back my startup, which has raised $280M. Here's how we impressed investors and chose the right ones.Raquel Urtasun's Waabi secured $280 million for its AI-driven self-driving truck venture, supported by key industry leaders.
Tesla Cybercab announced: Elon Musk's robotaxi is finally hereTesla's new robotaxi prototype represents a shift towards fully autonomous vehicles without traditional driver controls, pending regulatory approval.
Tesla Autopilot 'Fooled' Wile E. Coyote-Style, Crashes Into Fake WallTesla's future lies in fully autonomous vehicles, but its reliance on cameras poses significant safety risks.
Tesla's self-driving capabilities are now a Looney Tunes cartoon jokeTesla's reliance on a camera-only system for self-driving technology may pose safety risks compared to Lidar systems.
Here's where Waymo is launching autonomous robotaxis nextWaymo is expanding its self-driving robotaxi services to three new U.S. cities, starting with Washington D.C. in 2026.
Waymo Hits 200,000 Paid Trips Per Week Before Tesla Even Gets StartedWaymo has achieved 200,000 paid autonomous rides weekly, doubling its figures in six months.
Uber and Nvidia back my startup, which has raised $280M. Here's how we impressed investors and chose the right ones.Raquel Urtasun's Waabi secured $280 million for its AI-driven self-driving truck venture, supported by key industry leaders.
Tesla Cybercab announced: Elon Musk's robotaxi is finally hereTesla's new robotaxi prototype represents a shift towards fully autonomous vehicles without traditional driver controls, pending regulatory approval.
Tesla Autopilot 'Fooled' Wile E. Coyote-Style, Crashes Into Fake WallTesla's future lies in fully autonomous vehicles, but its reliance on cameras poses significant safety risks.
Tesla's self-driving capabilities are now a Looney Tunes cartoon jokeTesla's reliance on a camera-only system for self-driving technology may pose safety risks compared to Lidar systems.
Here's where Waymo is launching autonomous robotaxis nextWaymo is expanding its self-driving robotaxi services to three new U.S. cities, starting with Washington D.C. in 2026.
Waymo opens up San Francisco robotaxi service to everyone | TechCrunchWaymo removes San Francisco robotaxi waitlist, making service more accessible.
What It's Like In A Robotaxi With No Steering Wheel Or PedalsThe Zoox robotaxi represents a significant innovation in self-driving technology, challenging traditional vehicle design and ownership concepts.
Chinese autonomous driving startup Pony AI seeks up to $224M in US IPO | TechCrunchPony AI's IPO plans are progressing, but its fundraising targets have been reduced significantly.
Tesla Will Reveal Its Robotaxi On October 10: Elon MuskTesla will reveal its purpose-built robotaxi on October 10, delayed from the initial plan.
Tesla Investors Want Robotaxi AnswersTesla's Robotaxi reveal impressed attendees but left investors seeking essential details on technology and production capabilities.Investor clarity on Tesla's self-driving technology is crucial for maintaining stock value.
Tesla confirms new Robotaxi unveiling event dateTesla delays Robotaxi unveiling to October 10 for design changes and additional features.
Waymo opens up San Francisco robotaxi service to everyone | TechCrunchWaymo removes San Francisco robotaxi waitlist, making service more accessible.
What It's Like In A Robotaxi With No Steering Wheel Or PedalsThe Zoox robotaxi represents a significant innovation in self-driving technology, challenging traditional vehicle design and ownership concepts.
Chinese autonomous driving startup Pony AI seeks up to $224M in US IPO | TechCrunchPony AI's IPO plans are progressing, but its fundraising targets have been reduced significantly.
Tesla Will Reveal Its Robotaxi On October 10: Elon MuskTesla will reveal its purpose-built robotaxi on October 10, delayed from the initial plan.
Tesla Investors Want Robotaxi AnswersTesla's Robotaxi reveal impressed attendees but left investors seeking essential details on technology and production capabilities.Investor clarity on Tesla's self-driving technology is crucial for maintaining stock value.
Tesla confirms new Robotaxi unveiling event dateTesla delays Robotaxi unveiling to October 10 for design changes and additional features.
Oxa taps Nvidia to accelerate industrial mobility automation | Computer WeeklyOxa's acquisition of StreetDrone and partnership with Nvidia aims to transform industrial logistics through automation.Physical AI is set to revolutionize mobility tasks, unlocking a $2 trillion opportunity.
Everything we know about Elon Musk's 'more affordable' TeslaTesla plans to unveil a more affordable model by mid-2025, focused on self-driving technology.
Tesla Full Self-Driving Could Be China's Tariff Bargaining ChipChina might leverage Tesla's Full Self-Driving approval as a trade negotiation tool amid rising tensions with the U.S.
Tesla Cybertruck's FSD Crash Raises Red Flags For Robotaxi LaunchRecent Tesla Cybertruck incidents reveal significant safety concerns regarding Full-Self Driving technology, especially ahead of the upcoming robotaxi launch.
Officials Are Fired at Traffic Safety Agency Investigating Musk's CompanyThe NHTSA is investigating Tesla's self-driving technology while undergoing employee layoffs amid efficiency measures.
YouTuber tests Elon Musk's decision not to use LiDAR in Teslas with a Wile E Coyote-style fake road wallTesla's Autopilot struggles in challenging conditions compared to LiDAR systems.Mark Rober's test highlights weaknesses in Tesla's reliance on cameras for obstacle detection.
Tesla wins again as lawsuit challenging Autopilot claims is dismissedTesla and Elon Musk won a legal victory regarding claims of defrauding shareholders over self-driving technology.
Everything we know about Elon Musk's 'more affordable' TeslaTesla plans to unveil a more affordable model by mid-2025, focused on self-driving technology.
Tesla Full Self-Driving Could Be China's Tariff Bargaining ChipChina might leverage Tesla's Full Self-Driving approval as a trade negotiation tool amid rising tensions with the U.S.
Tesla Cybertruck's FSD Crash Raises Red Flags For Robotaxi LaunchRecent Tesla Cybertruck incidents reveal significant safety concerns regarding Full-Self Driving technology, especially ahead of the upcoming robotaxi launch.
Officials Are Fired at Traffic Safety Agency Investigating Musk's CompanyThe NHTSA is investigating Tesla's self-driving technology while undergoing employee layoffs amid efficiency measures.
YouTuber tests Elon Musk's decision not to use LiDAR in Teslas with a Wile E Coyote-style fake road wallTesla's Autopilot struggles in challenging conditions compared to LiDAR systems.Mark Rober's test highlights weaknesses in Tesla's reliance on cameras for obstacle detection.
Tesla wins again as lawsuit challenging Autopilot claims is dismissedTesla and Elon Musk won a legal victory regarding claims of defrauding shareholders over self-driving technology.
What's Lost When the Human Drivers Are Gone?The future of driverless cars is being actively explored, with potential impacts on urban transportation and safety regulations.
Waymo's sixth-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors 'without compromising safety'Waymo's sixth-generation Driver system features a more efficient sensor setup while maintaining safety levels.
Waymo will start testing its driverless cars in Tokyo next yearWaymo is set to test driverless cars in Japan in early 2025, marking the company's first international testing.Waymo's initiative addresses Japan's aging population and seeks to deliver autonomous rides through strategic data collection and partnerships.
Elon Musk Rages at Self-Driving CEO Who Dared Criticize Tesla's Troubled "Full Self-Driving"Musk retaliated against criticism of Tesla's self-driving tech, touting Zoox's Amazon ties in defense.Levinson pointed out Tesla's tech isn't truly ready for fully autonomous vehicle deployment.
What's Lost When the Human Drivers Are Gone?The future of driverless cars is being actively explored, with potential impacts on urban transportation and safety regulations.
Waymo's sixth-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors 'without compromising safety'Waymo's sixth-generation Driver system features a more efficient sensor setup while maintaining safety levels.
Waymo will start testing its driverless cars in Tokyo next yearWaymo is set to test driverless cars in Japan in early 2025, marking the company's first international testing.Waymo's initiative addresses Japan's aging population and seeks to deliver autonomous rides through strategic data collection and partnerships.
Elon Musk Rages at Self-Driving CEO Who Dared Criticize Tesla's Troubled "Full Self-Driving"Musk retaliated against criticism of Tesla's self-driving tech, touting Zoox's Amazon ties in defense.Levinson pointed out Tesla's tech isn't truly ready for fully autonomous vehicle deployment.
Rivian joins the hands-free highway driving partyRivian launches Enhanced Highway Assist for hands-free driving on 135,000 miles of highway.
Rivian's CEO talks AI, self-driving cars, and a $5.8 billion partnership with VolkswagenRivian is leveraging new technologies and partnerships to adapt its business amid declining EV demand.
Rivian joins the hands-free highway driving partyRivian launches Enhanced Highway Assist for hands-free driving on 135,000 miles of highway.
Rivian's CEO talks AI, self-driving cars, and a $5.8 billion partnership with VolkswagenRivian is leveraging new technologies and partnerships to adapt its business amid declining EV demand.
Stellantis' AutoDrive Is 'Eyes-Off, Hands-Off' In Traffic For Jeep, Ram DriversStellantis launches STLA AutoDrive Level 3 autonomous driving system, allowing driver disengagement at low speeds.
Nvidia Bets Big on Robots and MoreNvidia's diverse advancements, particularly in robotics and automotive technologies, position it as a leader in sustaining the AI market's momentum.
China's 'Smart Cars' Are Coming For TeslaChinese automakers are rapidly developing autonomous driving technologies, challenging Tesla's previous lead in this field.
China's Electric Cars Keep Improving, a Worry for Rivals ElsewhereChinese automakers are introducing advanced electric cars to global markets, emphasizing technological improvements for customer appeal and international competitiveness.
China's 'Smart Cars' Are Coming For TeslaChinese automakers are rapidly developing autonomous driving technologies, challenging Tesla's previous lead in this field.
China's Electric Cars Keep Improving, a Worry for Rivals ElsewhereChinese automakers are introducing advanced electric cars to global markets, emphasizing technological improvements for customer appeal and international competitiveness.
Google's self-driving cars might finally change my lifeWaymo's autonomous driving service Waymo One has finally made its waitlist-free service available in San Francisco, offering rides in modified Jaguar EVs.
What do Uber drivers make of Waymo? 'We are cooked'The rise of self-driving taxis, particularly by Waymo, poses a significant threat to human-operated ride-sharing services in urban areas like San Francisco.
Anthony Levandowski buys Elon Musk's vision for the future | TechCrunchLevandowski emphasizes the importance of effective software for self-driving cars over hardware design.
The Zeekr MIX Is Not The Next Waymo Self-Driving EVWaymo leads in self-driving tech with unique collaborations.
Google's self-driving cars might finally change my lifeWaymo's autonomous driving service Waymo One has finally made its waitlist-free service available in San Francisco, offering rides in modified Jaguar EVs.
What do Uber drivers make of Waymo? 'We are cooked'The rise of self-driving taxis, particularly by Waymo, poses a significant threat to human-operated ride-sharing services in urban areas like San Francisco.
Anthony Levandowski buys Elon Musk's vision for the future | TechCrunchLevandowski emphasizes the importance of effective software for self-driving cars over hardware design.
The Zeekr MIX Is Not The Next Waymo Self-Driving EVWaymo leads in self-driving tech with unique collaborations.
GM's Cruise to resume robotaxi testing in Bay Area this fallCruise resumes limited robotaxi testing in California after nearly a year-long suspension post-accident.
When will Cruise re-launch self-driving? Sooner than you thinkCruise aims to relaunch driverless ride-hailing this year after a pedestrian-incident setback.
GM's Cruise to resume robotaxi testing in Bay Area this fallCruise resumes limited robotaxi testing in California after nearly a year-long suspension post-accident.
When will Cruise re-launch self-driving? Sooner than you thinkCruise aims to relaunch driverless ride-hailing this year after a pedestrian-incident setback.
Mobileye cuts LiDAR division, 100 jobsMobileye is discontinuing its LiDAR research, shifting focus to computer vision and imaging radar development, reflecting evolving priorities in autonomous vehicle technology.
Self-Driving Cars Aren't Making Roads Safer. But These Systems AreADAS systems are already proven to reduce crashes and should be implemented more widely.Self-driving technology's effectiveness remains unproven, and existing ADAS features may offer better safety.
China autonomous vehicle startup WeRide delays US IPO | TechCrunchWeRide delays IPO plans, citing need for more time to prepare documents amidst changing regulatory landscape.
Self-driving pod helps mobility-impaired pedestrians cross dangerous roads - Yanko DesignMobility device designed for pedestrians with mobility impairments and parents with toddlers provides safer crossing options.
Self Driving Startup Wayve Gets $1B InvestmentSoftBank leads $1B investment in UK's Wayve, Europe's largest AI funding; advances self-driving tech with embodied AI, reducing costs and enhancing deployment speed.
New camera design can ID threats faster, using less memoryDigital cameras in new automotive object-detection system mimic human vision, reducing perceptual latency and improving accuracy in self-driving technology.
Tesla driver says his car malfunctioned and started accelerating after a head-on collision with a JeepA Tesla driver experienced acceleration after a collision