The company wants robotaxis to become successful first. Don’t expect to see many Waymo-powered autonomous big rigs in the near future. Waymo now plans to “push back” its driverless trucking efforts and shift its attention toward its One ride-hailing service. The move will help the company concentrate on making these self-driving taxis a “commercial success,”… Continue reading Waymo pushes back its self-driving truck efforts to focus on ride hailing
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Waymo puts the brakes on self-driving trucks program
Waymo is tapping the brakes on self-driving trucks and shifting most of its capital, resources and talent to one commercial bet: ride-hailing. The move, which was announced Wednesday in a company blog post, comes six years after Waymo first tested its autonomous vehicle system in Class 8 trucks. The company emphasized the decision was driven… Continue reading Waymo puts the brakes on self-driving trucks program
8 Best Deals From the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (2023): Dyson Hair Tools, Fellow Grinder, Strollers
If you’re not tapped out from Amazon Prime Day, then we’ve got some new deals that might interest you. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is happening right now through August 6, and we’ve scanned dozens of webpages to find the very best deals on WIRED-tested gear, such as Dyson hair tools, Le Creuset cookware, and a… Continue reading 8 Best Deals From the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (2023): Dyson Hair Tools, Fellow Grinder, Strollers
Robotaxi Market Analysis by Level of Autonomy, Vehicle, Service, Propulsion – Global Forecast to 2030 with Markets Set to grow at a CAGR of a Staggering 91.8%
DUBLIN, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The “Robotaxi Market by Application (Goods and Passenger), Level of Autonomy (L4 and L5), Vehicle (Cars and Vans/Shuttles), Service (Rental and Station Based), Propulsion (Electric and Fuel Cell), Component and Region – Global Forecast to 2030” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global robotaxi market is poised for… Continue reading Robotaxi Market Analysis by Level of Autonomy, Vehicle, Service, Propulsion – Global Forecast to 2030 with Markets Set to grow at a CAGR of a Staggering 91.8%
11 Best Couches You Can Buy Online (2023): Armchairs, Sectionals, Sofas, and More
Maybe you have a hand-me-down couch or a thrifted floral confection that isn’t cutting it. Or maybe your seat cushions are sunken in and worse for wear. If you need a new sofa, you’ve come to the right place. A few of us here on the WIRED Gear team have spent several months testing a… Continue reading 11 Best Couches You Can Buy Online (2023): Armchairs, Sectionals, Sofas, and More
Goa govt files police complaint against Uber, accuses it of illegally operating in state: PTI
The Goa government has filed a police complaint against Uber India, accusing the company of illegally operating its services in the state, PTI reported. Last week, the ride-sharing services firm had announced services in Goa, including airport pick up and drop. State Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho told reporters on Tuesday that his department has filed… Continue reading Goa govt files police complaint against Uber, accuses it of illegally operating in state: PTI
Car rental market size to grow by USD 129.71 billion from 2022 to 2027|Increase in vehicle ownership cost to boost the growth of the market -Technavio
NEW YORK, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The car rental market size is expected to grow by USD 129.71 billion between 2022 to 2027, according to Technavio. As per the latest report, the market will progress at a CAGR of 20.16% during 2022-2027. The advent of intermediaries is a primary trend in the market. Customers can rent a car cheaply through… Continue reading Car rental market size to grow by USD 129.71 billion from 2022 to 2027|Increase in vehicle ownership cost to boost the growth of the market -Technavio
Global Transportation Management System (TMS) Market Analysis 2023-2028: Revolutionizing Logistics Efficiency – Exponential Growth Amidst e-Commerce Sector Boon
DUBLIN, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The “Global Transportation Management System (TMS) Market by Offering (Solutions, Services), Transportation Mode (Roadways, Railways, Airways, Maritime), End-user, Solutions (Consulting, Implementation & Integration), Services, Vertical & Region – Forecast to 2028” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global transportation management system (TMS) market is on the cusp of… Continue reading Global Transportation Management System (TMS) Market Analysis 2023-2028: Revolutionizing Logistics Efficiency – Exponential Growth Amidst e-Commerce Sector Boon
X Isn’t a Super App. It’s Just Twitter
The last time Elon Musk flipped the bird at his users, it was to switch Twitter’s logo to a grinning Shiba Inu—a hilarious inside joke that pumped the value of the dogecoin cryptocurrency, in which Musk was an investor, by 30 percent. A class action is still pending. Over the weekend, the former richest man… Continue reading X Isn’t a Super App. It’s Just Twitter
Sony WF-1000XM5 Review: Smaller, Lighter, but Not Better
Wireless connectivity is via Bluetooth 5.3, with SBC, AAC, and high-resolution LDAC codec compatibility and multi-point connectivity. Lower-resolution content can be breathed on by Sony’s DSEE Extreme algorithm, which claims to be able to upscale lossy audio files in real time. Feature Frenzy The WF-1000XM5 are compatible with Sony’s Dolby Atmos—bothering “360 reality audio,” and… Continue reading Sony WF-1000XM5 Review: Smaller, Lighter, but Not Better