Waymo has emerged as the frontrunner in autonomous vehicle registrations, outpacing Tesla in a key U.S. market. This development highlights competitive dynamics in the self-driving car sector as companies race to advance autonomous mobility.
Bliq.ai has received official authorisation to operate fully driverless cars on public roads in Estonia, marking the first such approval in an EU member state. The company plans further European expansion, leveraging its remote-supervised, AI-based retrofit system for deployment across various markets.
Tesla has revealed that two of its robotaxi vehicles were involved in accidents while operating under remote human supervision. The disclosures raise questions about the safety and readiness of autonomous vehicle technology when supported by teleoperator intervention.
The Dutch vehicle regulator has approved Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system for use on its roads, prompting calls for similar approvals across the European Union. Despite this move, skepticism among other EU regulators highlights ongoing concerns over safety and regulatory standards for autonomous vehicle technologies.
Meta has acquired Assured Robot Intelligence, a startup specializing in artificial intelligence models for robotics. The deal highlights intensified competition among technology firms developing humanoid robots, though widespread adoption of such technologies remains distant.
Tesla has launched its robotaxi service in Dallas and Houston, marking a significant step in the rollout of its autonomous vehicle offerings in the United States. The service leverages Tesla's self-driving technology to provide on-demand transportation in these Texas cities.
Tesla has added new features to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, allowing users to track their usage through streaks and detailed statistics. The update aims to encourage more frequent use and engagement with Tesla's autonomous driving tools. This move highlights Tesla's ongoing efforts to promote adoption of its advanced driver-assistance systems.
Tesla is developing a new, smaller electric SUV that may feature autonomous driving capabilities. The move suggests a possible shift in company strategy following the discontinuation of several previous vehicle models. The project’s outcome remains uncertain as Tesla continues to align its focus with automation and robotics.
US safety regulators have closed their investigation into Tesla's Smart Summon, a remote parking feature that enables vehicles to autonomously drive to their owner in parking lots. The decision follows a multi-year review that found no evidence of a defect in the system. The closure provides some relief for autonomous driving technologies facing regulatory scrutiny.
Tesla is discontinuing the Model X and Model S as the company shifts resources towards developing its autonomous Cybercab. This transition marks a strategic pivot towards self-driving vehicles as Tesla seeks to reshape the future of urban mobility.
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