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#waymo
London
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
Roam Research
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Waymo Teams Up With Waze To Help Cities Fix Potholes Faster

Waymo and Waze collaborate to report potholes, aiding cities in maintenance and improving road conditions for drivers and robotaxi passengers.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Waymo wants its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await | CBC News

Waymo is considering expanding its autonomous taxi service to Canada, particularly Toronto, but faces significant challenges including weather and regulatory hurdles.
London
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
Roam Research
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Waymo Teams Up With Waze To Help Cities Fix Potholes Faster

Waymo and Waze collaborate to report potholes, aiding cities in maintenance and improving road conditions for drivers and robotaxi passengers.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Waymo wants its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await | CBC News

Waymo is considering expanding its autonomous taxi service to Canada, particularly Toronto, but faces significant challenges including weather and regulatory hurdles.
#tesla
Cars
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Elon Musk Admits He Lied to Tesla Customers' Faces for Years About Self-Driving

Tesla's Hardware 3 is inadequate for fully autonomous driving, requiring a retrofit that has led to class action lawsuits from disappointed owners.
Silicon Valley
fromTESLARATI
3 days ago

Tesla Robotaxi-only Superchargers are starting to appear

Tesla is building Robotaxi-only Superchargers as part of its integrated autonomy platform for self-driving vehicles.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla is showing us that Cybercab mass production is well underway

Tesla's Cybercab has begun production at Giga Texas, showcasing its autonomous capabilities and aiming for a production goal of 2 million units annually.
Cars
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Elon Musk Admits He Lied to Tesla Customers' Faces for Years About Self-Driving

Tesla's Hardware 3 is inadequate for fully autonomous driving, requiring a retrofit that has led to class action lawsuits from disappointed owners.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Look, no hands': China chases the driverless dream at Beijing car show

In China's cut-throat domestic market, nearly every big carmaker is investing heavily in the software and computing power needed to make hands-free driving a reality as they compete to offer additional perks and find new ways to generate revenue.
Cars
#autonomous-vehicles
fromFortune
3 days ago
Venture

Exclusive: Startup Humble debuts cabless autonomous truck targeting $900 billion U.S. freight industry | Fortune

fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago
NYC politics

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Alternative transportation
fromFuturism
8 hours ago

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.
Venture
fromFortune
3 days ago

Exclusive: Startup Humble debuts cabless autonomous truck targeting $900 billion U.S. freight industry | Fortune

Humble launched an electric autonomous freight vehicle, the Humble Hauler, designed for efficient dock-to-dock unloading.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

The Humble Hauler Is A Cab-Less Autonomous Truck With 200 Miles Of Range

Humble Robotics launched an autonomous electric freight platform designed for logistics, promising efficiency and adaptability without a traditional cab.
Cars
fromAxios
1 week ago

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
20 hours ago

Cargo Drone Trial Links Manhattan and Brooklyn

Automated cargo drones will operate between Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn for a year, testing air delivery to alleviate street congestion.
#robotics
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

China Deploys Robot Dogs, Drones, and Humanoids to Run a 'Full-Space' Metro System

fromFast Company
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

This drum roller doesn't need a driver. It might be the future of construction

Business
from24/7 Wall St.
8 hours ago

The Humanoid Robot Boom Is Here. These 3 ETFs Capture the Entire Supply Chain

Robotics and automation are integral to modern supply chains, with significant investments and deployments across various industries.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
13 hours ago

'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?

Robotics scientists in Switzerland are advancing robots' ability to perform complex tasks through new adaptive learning methods.
Software development
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

AI drives software productivity - and challenges - for Motorway | Computer Weekly

Engineering teams can now treat code as disposable, increasing productivity and speed in software development with AI-driven tools.
Environment
fromFortune
3 hours ago

Data centers are finding a surprising way to deploy batteries | Fortune

Data centers are increasingly pairing batteries with fossil fuels to ensure reliable power for AI operations.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Village Voice
1 day ago

Dhruv Jaglan and Georgi Boby on Building Automation That Learns from Users - The Village Voice

Automation in digital work enhances efficiency, but non-engineering functions struggle with adoption due to technical barriers.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This autonomous welding robot may be the future of advanced manufacturing

The U.S. faces a significant shortage of welders, necessitating over 320,000 new professionals by 2030, while robotics may help address this gap.
Remote teams
fromOur Weekly
1 day ago

The Future of work

The future of work is defined by automation, AI, and remote work, presenting both challenges and opportunities for workforce transformation.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
12 hours ago

The Only Thing I Didn't Like About the VMax New V4 Electric Scooter Is the Name

VMAX's New VX4 electric scooter features a secret menu for unlocking top speed and cruise control, offering excellent performance and durability.
Information security
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

Attackers could disable all of a city's public EV chargers

Rented IoT infrastructure prioritizes user convenience over security, exposing them to denial of service attacks and vulnerabilities.
Roam Research
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Robot Vacuums Cleaning My Three-Story Home for Me

Robot vacuums automate cleaning tasks, offering features like mopping and self-emptying, making them efficient tools for maintaining cleanliness in homes.
E-Commerce
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

UPS Found a More Profitable Business Than Package Delivery - And It's Worth $706 Billion

UPS is significantly reducing Amazon deliveries and focusing on profitable returns through its Happy Returns subsidiary.
Cars
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 hours ago

Meet the early pioneers who shaped the future of today's self-driving cars

The development of driverless cars began decades ago, with key contributions from innovators like Ernst Dickmanns and events like the DARPA Grand Challenges.
#robotaxi
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
8 hours ago

Tesla's Cybercab goes into production - so why is Musk tapping the brakes?

Elon Musk acknowledges the need to solve autonomy for a successful robotaxi business.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Cars

Why fully self-driving cars are almost impossible

Self-driving cars are not truly autonomous despite advancements by companies like Waymo and Tesla.
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
8 hours ago

Tesla's Cybercab goes into production - so why is Musk tapping the brakes?

Elon Musk acknowledges the need to solve autonomy for a successful robotaxi business.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

We Backed Archer Aviation Over Joby Aviation a Year Ago. Here's Why We Were Wrong.

Joby Aviation outperformed Archer Aviation in Q4 2025, showing significant revenue growth and tangible business developments.
New York City
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
#uber
Venture
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
#ev-charging
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

ChargePoint Just Unveiled The Fastest Standalone DC Charger For EVs

ChargePoint launched the Express Solo DC fast charger, claiming it is the fastest standalone charger for passenger EVs, delivering up to 600 kW.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

ChargePoint Just Unveiled The Fastest Standalone DC Charger For EVs

ChargePoint launched the Express Solo DC fast charger, claiming it is the fastest standalone charger for passenger EVs, delivering up to 600 kW.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
6 hours ago

The Hyundai Ioniq V Looks Great. Its Job Is To Take Back China

Hyundai Ioniq V is a fully electric sedan designed specifically for the Chinese market, marking a renewed commitment to China.
#electric-vehicles
fromInsideHook
5 days ago
Alternative transportation

One EV Manufacturer Rethought Battery Charging Issues

NIO's battery swapping technology offers a faster alternative to traditional EV charging, completing swaps in just over three minutes.
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago
Alternative transportation

The End of Range Anxiety? This New Modular Engine Swaps Into EVs To Boost Range Significantly

Renault and Geely's Horse Powertrain has developed the X-Range C15 Direct Drive, an all-in-one solution to convert EVs into hybrids or EREVs.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Modern EVs Barely Lose Any Range, Even After Five Years: Report

Electric vehicles retain impressive range after years of use, with 97% retention after three years and 95% after five years.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

The End of Range Anxiety? This New Modular Engine Swaps Into EVs To Boost Range Significantly

Renault and Geely's Horse Powertrain has developed the X-Range C15 Direct Drive, an all-in-one solution to convert EVs into hybrids or EREVs.
fromSustainable Bus
8 hours ago

Hexagon Agility to supply CNG systems for 350 Scania and MAN intercity buses in France - Sustainable Bus

The larger share of the order consists of 200 Scania intercity buses equipped with CNG fuel systems designed for extended range, allocated to services within the Paris region.
Alternative transportation
Cars
fromSustainable Bus
14 hours ago

Valmet Automotive to support Carrus Delta in Volvo coach body production, including electric models - Sustainable Bus

Valmet Automotive and Carrus Delta will produce Volvo Buses coach bodies in Finland starting in 2026.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Amazon taps Sweden's Einride for its electric big rigs | TechCrunch

Einride is adding 75 electric trucks to Amazon's Relay network, enhancing logistics and supporting Amazon's low-carbon goals.
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Elon Musk admits that millions of Tesla vehicles won't get unsupervised FSD

For customers that have bought FSD, what we're offering is essentially a discounted trade-in for cars that have AI4 hardware. We'll also be offering the ability to upgrade the car to replace the computer.
Cars
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Congestion pricing tolls will fund the replacement of older diesel trucks with cleaner vehicles in NYC, improving air quality and reducing emissions.
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

The Rivian R2 Just Officially Entered Production

Rivian has officially kicked off production of the R2 this week. Deliveries will begin later this spring, with configurations available starting in June for those who reserved an R2.
Cars
Alternative transportation
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Infinite Machine's Olto Is a Fun Ebike Living in the Cybertruck's Shadow

The Olto ebike offers a unique design, comfort, and good performance, but has polarizing aesthetics and limited storage.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
Cars
fromFast Company
2 days ago

AI is eliminating one of the biggest bottlenecks of car design

Aerodynamics significantly influence vehicle design, and AI is accelerating aerodynamic analysis, improving efficiency in car production.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Car Companies Are Eyeing Affordable New Sedans As Crossovers Become 'Kind Of Boring'

Automakers are considering reviving sedans due to rising vehicle costs and changing consumer preferences.
fromSocketsite
9 years ago

Self-Driving Truck Tech Headed for San Francisco's Waterfront

It has been almost three years since the Port of San Francisco awarded TMG Partners the redevelopment rights for San Francisco's Pier 38, with TMG winning over the Port with a pitch that emphasized the speed with which they planned to act and an "immediate revitalization" of the pier with a mix of public, office and maritime uses. But Pier 38, which has been shuttered since 2011, remains red tagged and inactive.
San Francisco
#autonomous-trucking
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Tech industry

Aurora's driverless trucks can now travel farther distances faster than human drivers | TechCrunch

Alternative transportation
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Self-Driving Semi Trucks Are Coming, and They're About to Transform a $900 Billion Industry

Aurora, Kodiak, and Waabi plan to deploy fully driverless big rigs on U.S. highways by 2027, targeting driver labor costs that represent up to 40% of per-mile trucking expenses.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Tech industry

Aurora's driverless trucks can now travel farther distances faster than human drivers | TechCrunch

Alternative transportation
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Self-Driving Semi Trucks Are Coming, and They're About to Transform a $900 Billion Industry

Aurora, Kodiak, and Waabi plan to deploy fully driverless big rigs on U.S. highways by 2027, targeting driver labor costs that represent up to 40% of per-mile trucking expenses.
Gadgets
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Connectivity, AI drive fleet safety, productivity and decision-making | Computer Weekly

AI, connected data, and safety-focused services are transforming fleet operations, with GPS tracking adoption at record highs and AI delivering measurable safety improvements and cost reductions.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Wild Video Shows Delivery Robots Causing Havoc, Getting Obliterated

Delivery robots face significant safety issues in urban environments, causing disruptions and hazards while prioritizing private profit over public space safety.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Self-driving cars, drones hijacked by custom road signs

Environmental indirect prompt injection attacks can hijack embodied AI (self-driving cars, drones) via manipulated signage, causing dangerous misbehavior across languages and appearances.
Artificial intelligence
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

Artificial Intelligence In Transportation Training And Education

AI enables individualized transportation training by evaluating trainee performance, tailoring instruction, simulating real scenarios, and measuring performance for targeted improvement.
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