/ A new beta release of Waze can notify users of dangerous nearby roads based on traffic data while trying not to overwhelm them with alerts. The new beta version of Waze, shown running in Israel, turns roads red if it has a history of crashes.Screenshot by Geektime Waze is one of the preferred navigation… Continue reading Waze tests new alerts warning drivers about roads with a ‘history of crashes’
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Wheels up for Waymo as we expand our 24/7 rider-only territories
As travelers across the country prepare to fly home for the holidays, they’ll have a brand new transportation option when they land in Phoenix: a fully autonomous Waymo ride, with no one behind the wheel. Starting today, Waymo is opening our ride-hailing service between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Downtown Phoenix to members of… Continue reading Wheels up for Waymo as we expand our 24/7 rider-only territories
Waymo’s Collision Avoidance Testing: Evaluating our Driver’s Ability to Avoid Crashes Compared to Humans
It’s happened to almost every driver: that terrifying moment when you have to urgently brake or swerve to avoid a collision caused by other road users’ behavior. Like a human driver, the Waymo Driver encounters potential hazards — from a vehicle running a red light to a car suddenly changing lanes. To evaluate our Driver’s… Continue reading Waymo’s Collision Avoidance Testing: Evaluating our Driver’s Ability to Avoid Crashes Compared to Humans
Zoomcar announces appointment of Delly Nugraha as Country Head for Indonesia
-Delly has been appointed as Country Head Indonesia and will be instrumental in continuing to scale the Indonesia business– BANGALORE, India, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Zoomcar, the leading marketplace for car sharing in emerging markets, today announced the appointment of Delly Nugraha as their Country Head for Indonesia. Indonesia is expected to be the… Continue reading Zoomcar announces appointment of Delly Nugraha as Country Head for Indonesia
Cruise soft-launches robotaxi rides in Phoenix and Austin
Cruise has soft-launched its fully driverless robotaxi service in Austin. Texas and near Phoenix, Arizona, making its own deadline to enter two new markets before the end of 2022. The GM-backed company has until now only operated its ridehail service in San Francisco, where it launched a fully driverless commercial service over the summer. “In… Continue reading Cruise soft-launches robotaxi rides in Phoenix and Austin
US opens probe of Cruise robotaxi braking, clogging traffic
Detroit — U.S. safety regulators are investigating reports that autonomous robotaxis run by General Motors’ Cruise LLC can stop too quickly or unexpectedly quit moving, potentially stranding passengers. Three rear-end collisions that reportedly took place after Cruise autonomous vehicles braked hard kicked off the probe, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. At the… Continue reading US opens probe of Cruise robotaxi braking, clogging traffic
Waymo now offers driverless rides between Downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor Airport
Starting today, human-averse travelers in Phoenix can book a fully autonomous Waymo ride between the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and downtown. The Alphabet-owned company, which is also doubling its fully automated coverage area in the city, says the new route is the world’s only fully autonomous airport robotaxi service. Waymo has accelerated its public… Continue reading Waymo now offers driverless rides between Downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor Airport
Cruise’s robotaxis are under investigation for sudden braking and blocking traffic
/ NHTSA is probing three incidents in which Cruise vehicles were rear-ended after braking suddenly. The GM-backed company is defending its safety record, but city officials have lodged complaints. Image: Getty The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into General Motors’ Cruise, citing incidents in which the company’s autonomous vehicles have blocked… Continue reading Cruise’s robotaxis are under investigation for sudden braking and blocking traffic
Waymo opens Phoenix airport rides to the public, doubles downtown service area
Members of the general public will be able to take a Waymo robotaxi, with no human safety operator behind the wheel, between downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor International Airport starting Friday. Waymo will also be doubling its service area in downtown Phoenix following an initial launch of driverless rides in the area to the public… Continue reading Waymo opens Phoenix airport rides to the public, doubles downtown service area
Waymo’s driverless robotaxis are now doing airport trips in Phoenix
/ The Alphabet company is getting more confident in its autonomous capabilities, deploying fully driverless cars to Phoenix’s airport to handle the trickiest types of pickups. Waymo is sending its fully driverless cars to handle some of the trickiest types of passenger pickups you can muster: airport trips. The company announced that customers flying in… Continue reading Waymo’s driverless robotaxis are now doing airport trips in Phoenix