Autonomous vehicles: News
Tesla to roll out robotaxi service in Bay Area soon
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced plans to expand the company's robotaxi service into the San Francisco Bay Area in the next month or two, depending on regulatory approvals.
Dubai: You can travel via self-driven vehicles from next year
Dubai is gearing up to transform its transportation system with the signing of an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pony.ai, a global leader in autonomous driving technology.
US Transport Department to ease rules for self-driving cars
The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) is working to make it easier for automakers and tech companies to deploy autonomous vehicles without traditional controls such as steering wheels and pedals.
Musk urging US lawmakers to fast-track rules for self-driving cars
Elon Musk is lobbying US lawmakers to fast-track regulations for self-driving cars, according to Bloomberg.
Why Amazon-owned Zoox has recalled its robotaxis in the US
Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle firm, Zoox, has announced its second voluntary recall in a month.
Bengaluru start-up launches AI autopilot system for Indian roads
Bengaluru-based autonomous mobility start-up Minus Zero has launched a unique autopilot system designed specifically for India's complex traffic conditions.
Why Waymo has recalled over 1,200 of its self-driving cars
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, has recalled the majority of its autonomous vehicles. The move comes after a software glitch caused a number of cars to crash into roadway barriers.
Waymo and Toyota might create a self-driving taxi together
Waymo, a leading name in self-driving, and Toyota, a renowned automaker, are in talks to develop a new autonomous vehicle for ride-hailing purposes.
Waymo robotaxi 'traps' passengers mid-traffic on busy highway
A recent incident involving a Waymo self-driving taxi has raised major alarms among passengers.
Fatal Xiaomi EV crash sparks debate on self-driving tech's safety
The recent fatal accident involving Xiaomi's self-driving tech in its SU7 electric vehicle has reignited the debate over the safety of autonomous driving systems.
Google-owned Waymo is bringing driverless taxis to the US capital
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, is introducing its driverless ride-hailing service Waymo One in Washington DC by 2026.
Meet Halos, NVIDIA's new safety system for autonomous vehicles
NVIDIA has unveiled Halos, a complete safety system for the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles (AVs).
Meet Yu: A futuristic self-driving vehicle by Tata Motors
Tata Motors has filed a patent for a futuristic autonomous vehicle, the Tata Yu.
Nissan unveils autonomous driving tech to take on Google's Waymo
Japanese carmaker Nissan has finally unveiled its autonomous driving technology.
Hyundai to build autonomous cars for ride-hailing services
Hyundai has announced a partnership with Yandex spinoff Avride to develop fully autonomous vehicles for ride-hailing services.
This driveless car just drove itself to a record-setting 318km/h
Italian supercar Maserati MC20 has set a new world record for the fastest autonomous car.
Tesla EVs now drive themselves from factory to loading dock
Leading electric vehicle maker Tesla has come a long way in its quest for full self-driving (FSD) technology.
Why Tesla has recalled over 200,000 vehicles in the US
US automaker Tesla has recalled over 200,000 electric vehicles in the country over an issue related to its latest computer hardware.
CES 2025: Honda unveils new prototype EVs capable of self-driving
Japanese automaker Honda has unveiled two new prototypes - the 0 Saloon and the 0 SUV - at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. They were showcased in concept form last year.
'Just circling...is it hacked?': Techie trapped in Waymo's self-driving car
A Los Angeles-based tech entrepreneur was recently trapped in a malfunctioning Waymo self-driving car.
Toyota's Woven City—a 'living lab' in Japan—is ready for residents
Toyota's futuristic Woven City project in Japan is almost complete and ready to welcome its first residents.
ADAS: What are the 6 levels of autonomous driving
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are revolutionizing our driving experience, providing a host of features aimed at avoiding collisions on roads and improving autonomous driving.
Brand-new Tesla cars are facing self-driving computer failures: Report
Tesla is facing problems with the self-driving computers of its latest cars, resulting in a surge of complaints and inundating the company's service centers, as per Electrek.
GM wants to project holographic images directly into your eyes
General Motors (GM) has filed a patent for a strange technology, called "Autostereoscopic Campfire Display," to project holographic images directly into the eyes of passengers. Weird, isn't it?
General Motors pulls plug on loss-making Cruise robotaxi service
General Motors (GM) has announced that it will no longer fund its subsidiary Cruise, a robotaxi service.
Uber brings self-driving cars to Abu Dhabi in global foray
Uber has teamed up with Chinese firm WeRide to launch a commercial robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi.
General Motors patents system to protect autonomous vehicles from 'bullying'
General Motors (GM) has patented a one-of-a-kind system to protect self-driving cars from the aggressive behavior of pedestrians and human drivers.
Tesla's robotaxis maybe controlled by humans after all
Tesla, the US-based electric vehicle maker, is putting together a teleoperations team for its upcoming robotaxi service.
Gemini AI to train Waymo's self-driving taxis: Here's how
Waymo, a frontrunner in the autonomous driving arena, is capitalizing on its partnership with Google's DeepMind to stay ahead of the competition.
US regulator probes Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' tech after fatal crashes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a top US automotive safety regulator, has launched an investigation into Tesla's "Full Self-Driving (Supervised)" software.
US plans to ban Chinese auto software over security concerns
The Joe Biden administration is considering implementing new regulations that would prohibit the sale or import of connected vehicle software from "countries of concern."
US may ban Chinese tech in autonomous vehicles
The US Commerce Department is set to propose a ban on Chinese software and hardware, in connected and autonomous vehicles, according to Reuters.
Autonomous surveillance robot deployed in Atlanta to combat crime
An autonomous surveillance robot has been deployed in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward, a neighborhood that has witnessed a surge in violent crimes over the past seven months.
Tech nightmare: Waymo's robotaxis honked at 4am for no reason
San Francisco residents have raised concerns about the noise pollution caused by Waymo's autonomous robotaxis.
This camera technology stops smart home devices from watching you
Engineers at the University of Michigan have developed a groundbreaking camera technology, dubbed PrivacyLens, designed to bolster personal privacy protection in the era of smart home devices.
Cruise pays fine to resume testing in California after accident
Cruise, a self-driving subsidiary of General Motors, has settled a dispute with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
Tesla in self-driving mode crashes into police car in California
A Tesla vehicle, reportedly operating in self-driving mode, collided with a stationary police car in Fullerton, California.
Amazon's Zoox expands robotaxi testing to Austin and Miami
Amazon's self-driving unit, Zoox, has announced plans to test its robotaxis in Austin and Miami.
UK will have self-driving cars on the roads by 2026
The United Kingdom has passed the Automated Vehicles Act, a landmark legislation that will allow self-driving cars on its roads by 2026.
US regulator broadens investigation into Waymo's autonomous vehicles
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has expanded its investigation into Alphabet Inc.'s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Waymo.
Volvo and Aurora launch first 'production-ready' autonomous semi truck
Volvo, in partnership with autonomous driving technology firm Aurora, has unveiled its first "production-ready" self-driving truck.
Waymo robotaxis surpass 50,000 weekly paid trips
Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, recently announced that its robotaxis are now completing over 50,000 paid trips weekly in San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles.
Shanghai-based start-up unveils autonomous EV charging robot: Everything we know
Shanghai-based start-up, Zongmu Technology, is set to transform the electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape, with its autonomous charging robot, FlashBot.
Xiaomi SU7 electric sedan hits 10,000 production milestone
Xiaomi is celebrating a significant production milestone with its first car, the all-electric SU7.
Tesla's Autopilot, FSD systems under scrutiny in US: Here's why
Federal investigations in the US, have raised serious concerns about the safety of Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) systems, following their involvement in numerous accidents and fatalities.
Tesla to operate fleet of self-driving taxis, says Elon Musk
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has revealed plans for the company to operate a fleet of self-driving taxis.
Tesla's long-awaited robotaxi set for reveal on August 8
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has confirmed that the company's much-anticipated robotaxi will be unveiled on August 8.
Hyundai's Level 4 autonomous car clears driving test in US
South Korean automaker Hyundai's IONIQ 5 robotaxi has achieved a significant milestone, by successfully passing a US driver's license test in Las Vegas.
New York City introduces permitting system for self-driving vehicle tests
New York City has launched a new permitting system for businesses keen on testing self-driving vehicles on its streets.
This autonomous vehicle can fix potholes and repair roads
An innovative autonomous vehicle, dubbed ARRES (Autonomous Road Repair System), is currently undergoing trials in Hertfordshire, just north of London.
Apple Car set for 2028 launch with reduced self-driving capabilities
Apple's highly anticipated "Apple Car" project has shifted gears from a fully autonomous car to an electric vehicle (EV) more akin to Tesla's offerings.
Everything we know about Rimac's robotaxi service starting in 2026
Croatian electric car company Rimac, known for its powerful Nevera hypercar, is set to launch a highly autonomous robotaxi by 2024.
Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt resigns amid US safety review
Kyle Vogt, General Motors's (GM) autonomous taxi division Cruise's CEO, has stepped down amid recent upheaval and a safety evaluation of its US fleet.
General Motors temporarily halts production of Cruise Origin autonomous van
General Motors (GM) has revealed its intention to temporarily cease production of the fully autonomous Cruise Origin van, following its recent suspension of all driverless operations.
Bengaluru start-up reveals India's 1st autonomous vehicle: How it works
Bengaluru-based start-up Minus Zero has revealed what it claims to be India's first autonomous vehicle.
Apple car to arrive in 2026 without full self-driving capability
US tech giant Apple's plans of launching its first car have suffered a setback, as the vehicle has been reportedly postponed to 2026.
Tesla's self-driving cars unlikely to get regulatory approval this year
Tesla will have to wait longer to unlock the "Full Self-Driving" or FSD capabilities on its range of EVs, as it is awaiting approval from the safety regulatory authorities in the US.
Tesla releases full self-driving software update for cars: Check features
US automaker Tesla has started rolling out a Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta software update for its electric cars.
Audi Urbansphere with Level 4 autonomy and lounge chairs revealed
German automaker Audi has unveiled the Urbansphere concept, the third of its future visions for autonomous driving based on electric architecture.