* Daimler says robotaxi tech proving difficult to perfect
* Benefits of such vehicles unclear
* CEO says to “rightsize” spend level on robotaxis
* Commercial vehicles may be more suited for assisted driving tech (Adds details)
FRANKFURT, Nov 14 (Reuters) – Daimler has taken a “reality check” on self-driving “robotaxis”, acknowledging that making them safe is proving harder than first thought amid questions over their future earnings potential.
Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius told journalists on Thursday Daimler would “rightsize” its spending level on robotaxis and that self-driving technology would more likely be applied to commercial vehicles for freight companies on long haul routes.
Carmakers raced to develop self-driving vehicles after Google presented a prototype car in 2012, leading Daimler to develop an autonomous Mercedes.
The idea of fleets of robotaxis picking up and ferrying customers around cities gained traction, driven by the stellar growth of ride services such as Uber an..
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