Who’s Still In Autonomous Trucking?
The crowded field of developers in the autonomous truck space has winnowed during the past year. Those that remain continue to lay the foundation for large-scale industry adoption.
Musk Says Tesla Will Unveil Robotaxi in August
Tesla Inc. plans to unveil its long-promised robotaxi later this year as the electric carmaker struggles with weak sales and competition from low-cost Chinese EVs.
Tesla Staff Ordered to Demo Full Self-Driving Mode to Buyers
Tesla Inc. staff are now required to install and demonstrate the company’s driver-assistance technology before handing cars over to buyers in North America.
VW to Test Driverless ID Buzz Van With Passengers on Board
HANOVER, Germany — Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is to test its self-driving ID Buzz AD electric van for the first time under realistic conditions and with passengers on board.
Forterra, Kalmar Partner on Autonomous Terminal Tractors
Self-driving vehicle company Forterra and cargo-handling equipment manufacturer Kalmar have signed an agreement to jointly develop autonomous terminal tractors.
Orlando’s Self-Driving Shuttle Restarts
Sidelined for four months following a crash, Orlando’s self-driving bus downtown planned a restart of its test runs March 5.
Waymo Granted OK to Expand Service in California
SAN FRANCISCO — California regulators on March 1 authorized Waymo to expand services of its fleet of robotaxis into Los Angeles and to cities on the peninsula south of San Francisco.
March 3, 2024Uber Freight and Torc Robotics Form Partnership on Autonomous Trucks
Uber Freight announced a deal that aligns it with Torc Robitics, and separately outlined how it is delving into where artificial intelligence might support its services in the years ahead.
California Stops Cruise From Operating Without Drivers
General Motors Co.’s Cruise unit is being suspended by the California Department of Motor Vehicles from operating driverless vehicles in the state, effective immediately.
Waymo Comes to Southern California, and It’s a Hot Ticket
Driverless car company Waymo began offering 24/7 robotaxi service Oct. 11 in Southern California. Autonomous vehicle enthusiasts lined up at the Waymo stand in Santa Monica as early as 8 a.m.