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Amazon subsidiary Zoox has received federal approval to operate and charge for robotaxi rides lacking traditional human driving controls.
Waymo’s robotaxis record 68% fewer crashes than human drivers, sparking debate over autonomous safety.
San Francisco officials are calling for stricter robotaxi oversight following widespread traffic disruptions linked to Waymo vehicles during July 4 celebrations.
Waymo resumes San Francisco operations following a one-hour service pause triggered by a widespread PG&E power outage.
A shirtless man was arrested by the LAPD after being filmed climbing and vandalizing a Waymo autonomous vehicle in East Hollywood.
Federal regulators demand urgent fixes from Waymo and Tesla after robotaxis obstruct first responders in critical incidents
Uber’s AI-driven pivot stalls as legal battles and driver protests reshape its ride-hailing future
Uber and Waymo’s D.C. lobbying battle over robotaxis escalates as regulatory approval looms
Waymo is accelerating its autonomous vehicle rollout, confirming imminent service launches across multiple U.S. cities including Denver and San Diego.
Federal regulators have issued a demand for autonomous vehicle companies to resolve issues regarding interference with emergency services.
San Francisco officials are launching a formal inquiry into traffic disruptions caused by Waymo vehicles during the July Fourth holiday.
Waymo’s fully autonomous robotaxis now operate in eight U.S. cities as expansion surges ahead
Tesla has launched its Robotaxi service in Miami, marking a critical test for the company's $1.4 trillion market valuation.
Autonomous driving startup Momenta is seeking up to $751 million through a new initial public offering in Hong Kong.
Volkswagen abandons €1.5B Bosch self-driving partnership amid industry shifts
Tesla’s FSD V14-Lite expands self-driving access—but early reactions reveal mixed expectations
The U.S. Department of Transportation has proposed new federal rules that would eliminate mandatory brake pedals for autonomous vehicles.
Tesla Autopilot lawsuit over fatal crash sparks legal and technical debate
A fatal Tesla crash in Texas has triggered a federal investigation following reports of vehicle speed and system engagement.
Tesla faces a wrongful death lawsuit and federal scrutiny following a fatal crash in Katy, Texas, involving a vehicle’s driver-assist system.
Tesla’s fatal Texas crash sparks regulator probe as company blames driver for overriding FSD