Autonomous vehicles: News
30 Nov 2024
Self-Driving CarGeneral Motors patents system to protect autonomous vehicles from 'bullying'
General Motors (GM) has patented a one-of-a-kind system to protect self-driving cars from the aggressive behavior of pedestrians and human drivers.
26 Nov 2024
Elon MuskTesla's robotaxis maybe controlled by humans after all
Tesla, the US-based electric vehicle maker, is putting together a teleoperations team for its upcoming robotaxi service.
31 Oct 2024
WaymoGemini AI to train Waymo's self-driving taxis: Here's how
Waymo, a frontrunner in the autonomous driving arena, is capitalizing on its partnership with Google's DeepMind to stay ahead of the competition.
19 Oct 2024
Elon MuskUS regulator probes Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' tech after fatal crashes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a top US automotive safety regulator, has launched an investigation into Tesla's "Full Self-Driving (Supervised)" software.
24 Sep 2024
ChinaUS plans to ban Chinese auto software over security concerns
The Joe Biden administration is considering implementing new regulations that would prohibit the sale or import of connected vehicle software from "countries of concern."
22 Sep 2024
United States of AmericaUS may ban Chinese tech in autonomous vehicles
The US Commerce Department is set to propose a ban on Chinese software and hardware, in connected and autonomous vehicles, according to Reuters.
26 Aug 2024
AtlantaAutonomous surveillance robot deployed in Atlanta to combat crime
An autonomous surveillance robot has been deployed in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward, a neighborhood that has witnessed a surge in violent crimes over the past seven months.
13 Aug 2024
San FranciscoTech nightmare: Waymo's robotaxis honked at 4am for no reason
San Francisco residents have raised concerns about the noise pollution caused by Waymo's autonomous robotaxis.
16 Jul 2024
University of MichiganThis camera technology stops smart home devices from watching you
Engineers at the University of Michigan have developed a groundbreaking camera technology, dubbed PrivacyLens, designed to bolster personal privacy protection in the era of smart home devices.
22 Jun 2024
CaliforniaCruise pays fine to resume testing in California after accident
Cruise, a self-driving subsidiary of General Motors, has settled a dispute with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
15 Jun 2024
TeslaTesla in self-driving mode crashes into police car in California
A Tesla vehicle, reportedly operating in self-driving mode, collided with a stationary police car in Fullerton, California.
06 Jun 2024
AmazonAmazon's Zoox expands robotaxi testing to Austin and Miami
Amazon's self-driving unit, Zoox, has announced plans to test its robotaxis in Austin and Miami.
26 May 2024
United KingdomUK will have self-driving cars on the roads by 2026
The United Kingdom has passed the Automated Vehicles Act, a landmark legislation that will allow self-driving cars on its roads by 2026.
26 May 2024
WaymoUS regulator broadens investigation into Waymo's autonomous vehicles
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has expanded its investigation into Alphabet Inc.'s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Waymo.
21 May 2024
VolvoVolvo and Aurora launch first 'production-ready' autonomous semi truck
Volvo, in partnership with autonomous driving technology firm Aurora, has unveiled its first "production-ready" self-driving truck.
13 May 2024
WaymoWaymo robotaxis surpass 50,000 weekly paid trips
Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, recently announced that its robotaxis are now completing over 50,000 paid trips weekly in San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles.
07 May 2024
ChinaShanghai-based start-up unveils autonomous EV charging robot: Everything we know
Shanghai-based start-up, Zongmu Technology, is set to transform the electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape, with its autonomous charging robot, FlashBot.
29 Apr 2024
XiaomiXiaomi SU7 electric sedan hits 10,000 production milestone
Xiaomi is celebrating a significant production milestone with its first car, the all-electric SU7.
27 Apr 2024
TeslaTesla's Autopilot, FSD systems under scrutiny in US: Here's why
Federal investigations in the US, have raised serious concerns about the safety of Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) systems, following their involvement in numerous accidents and fatalities.
24 Apr 2024
Elon MuskTesla to operate fleet of self-driving taxis, says Elon Musk
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has revealed plans for the company to operate a fleet of self-driving taxis.
06 Apr 2024
TeslaTesla's long-awaited robotaxi set for reveal on August 8
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has confirmed that the company's much-anticipated robotaxi will be unveiled on August 8.
02 Apr 2024
HyundaiHyundai's Level 4 autonomous car clears driving test in US
South Korean automaker Hyundai's IONIQ 5 robotaxi has achieved a significant milestone, by successfully passing a US driver's license test in Las Vegas.
28 Mar 2024
New York CityNew York City introduces permitting system for self-driving vehicle tests
New York City has launched a new permitting system for businesses keen on testing self-driving vehicles on its streets.
26 Mar 2024
Tesla CybertruckThis autonomous vehicle can fix potholes and repair roads
An innovative autonomous vehicle, dubbed ARRES (Autonomous Road Repair System), is currently undergoing trials in Hertfordshire, just north of London.
24 Jan 2024
AppleApple Car set for 2028 launch with reduced self-driving capabilities
Apple's highly anticipated "Apple Car" project has shifted gears from a fully autonomous car to an electric vehicle (EV) more akin to Tesla's offerings.
02 Jan 2024
Electric CarsEverything we know about Rimac's robotaxi service starting in 2026
Croatian electric car company Rimac, known for its powerful Nevera hypercar, is set to launch a highly autonomous robotaxi by 2024.
20 Nov 2023
General MotorsCruise CEO Kyle Vogt resigns amid US safety review
Kyle Vogt, General Motors's (GM) autonomous taxi division Cruise's CEO, has stepped down amid recent upheaval and a safety evaluation of its US fleet.
07 Nov 2023
General MotorsGeneral Motors temporarily halts production of Cruise Origin autonomous van
General Motors (GM) has revealed its intention to temporarily cease production of the fully autonomous Cruise Origin van, following its recent suspension of all driverless operations.
05 Jun 2023
Latest automobilesBengaluru start-up reveals India's 1st autonomous vehicle: How it works
Bengaluru-based start-up Minus Zero has revealed what it claims to be India's first autonomous vehicle.
07 Dec 2022
AppleApple car to arrive in 2026 without full self-driving capability
US tech giant Apple's plans of launching its first car have suffered a setback, as the vehicle has been reportedly postponed to 2026.
20 Oct 2022
TeslaTesla's self-driving cars unlikely to get regulatory approval this year
Tesla will have to wait longer to unlock the "Full Self-Driving" or FSD capabilities on its range of EVs, as it is awaiting approval from the safety regulatory authorities in the US.
19 May 2022
TeslaTesla releases full self-driving software update for cars: Check features
US automaker Tesla has started rolling out a Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta software update for its electric cars.
20 Apr 2022
AudiAudi Urbansphere with Level 4 autonomy and lounge chairs revealed
German automaker Audi has unveiled the Urbansphere concept, the third of its future visions for autonomous driving based on electric architecture.
