This article is part of our exclusive IEEE Journal Watch series in partnership with IEEE Xplore. Between Elon Musk’s broken promises of “Full Self-Driving“ and California’s ban on Cruise’s driverless taxis, initial public enthusiasm for autonomous cars has given way to rampant skepticism and regulatory scrutiny. Yet automakers, tech giants, and researchers continue to work… Continue reading To Make Cars Safer, Connect Them to Everything
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Limousine Service Market size to record USD 3.55 billion growth from 2024-2028, Emergence of autonomous limousine services is one of the key market trends, Technavio
NEW YORK, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global limousine service market size is estimated to grow by USD 3.55 billion from 2024 to 2028, according to Technavio. This growth is expected to occur at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.67% during the forecast period. To understand more about this market- Download a FREE Sample Report in… Continue reading Limousine Service Market size to record USD 3.55 billion growth from 2024-2028, Emergence of autonomous limousine services is one of the key market trends, Technavio
To Experience Pure Anxiety, Watch This Video of a Self-Driving Car Navigating India’s Chaotic Traffic
“If you’re able to build here, this technology is universal.” Waymo Terrifying We’re willing to bet that you’ve never seen anything quite as anxiety-inducing as a recent video shared by Indian startup Swaayatt Robots, showing an extremely adventurous self-driving SUV navigating the hectic streets of Bhopal, India. The nation’s streets are infamously chaotic, with basic… Continue reading To Experience Pure Anxiety, Watch This Video of a Self-Driving Car Navigating India’s Chaotic Traffic
A wrestling match over who should control robotaxis is playing out in California
Cities around the country have long been crying out for more control over how autonomous vehicles are deployed on their streets. In California, they might finally get their wish. A handful of AV-related bills, which made progress this month in their long journey through the state legislature, could put more restrictions on companies like Cruise,… Continue reading A wrestling match over who should control robotaxis is playing out in California
Former Tesla SVP Drew Baglino is selling $181.5 million worth of stock, SEC filing says
In an aerial view, brand new Tesla cars sit parked in a lot at the Tesla Fremont Factory on April 24, 2024 in Fremont, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Former Tesla executive Drew Baglino, who announced his resignation earlier this month, sold shares in the electric vehicle company worth around $181.5 million, according to… Continue reading Former Tesla SVP Drew Baglino is selling $181.5 million worth of stock, SEC filing says
Self-Driving Waymo Spotted Plowing Down Wrong Side of Street
A video making the rounds on social media shows a self-driving Waymo car bombing down the wrong side of the road in downtown San Francisco — yet another glaring incident involving the company’s vehicles acting unexpectedly. The footage shows the vehicle passing a group of electric-powered unicyclists and scooters in the city’s Mission and Market… Continue reading Self-Driving Waymo Spotted Plowing Down Wrong Side of Street
Startups Say India Is Ideal for Testing Self-Driving Cars
Former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick famously said, after experiencing New Delhi’s chaotic roads, that India will be the last place in the world to get self-driving cars. But a handful of startups think the country could be the perfect testbed for creating autonomous vehicles that can handle anything. A recent video from Bhopal-based startup Swaayatt… Continue reading Startups Say India Is Ideal for Testing Self-Driving Cars
Tesla is in talks with ‘one major automaker about licensing Full Self-Driving’
Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla is currently in talks with “one major automaker about licensing Full Self-Driving (FSD)”. Back in 2021, Musk did say that he had early discussions with other automakers about licensing self-driving technology, but that didn’t lead to anything. Last year, the CEO made an announcement that Tesla would be open to licensing Autopilot… Continue reading Tesla is in talks with ‘one major automaker about licensing Full Self-Driving’
Tesla teases its upcoming Uber-like self-driving ride-hailing app
Tesla ride-hailing app Tesla has teased its upcoming self-driving ride-hailing app, previously called ‘Tesla Network’, that the automaker is positioning as a Uber competitor. For years now, Tesla has been talking about releasing a ride-hailing app to compete with Uber and now Waymo. At times, there have been talks about releasing it without self-driving capability,… Continue reading Tesla teases its upcoming Uber-like self-driving ride-hailing app
German Manager Magazine: Waymo: Alphabet subsidiary defends robotaxi driving in oncoming traffic003272
A Waymo robotaxi’s extended excursion into oncoming traffic in San Francisco has the Google-Sister company put under pressure to explain. A video posted online shows the vehicle crossing a solid line and traveling in the oncoming lane for approximately 30 seconds. A group of people were traveling on electric unicycle scooters in the evening traffic… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Waymo: Alphabet subsidiary defends robotaxi driving in oncoming traffic003272