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Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng Discusses L3 Autonomous Driving Milestones
Xpeng’s CEO announces plans to lead the way in L3 autonomous driving, revealing the company’s strategy for smart driving and AI innovation in the coming years.
Pony.ai Expands Robotaxi Fleet to 1,000 in Push for Autonomous Driving
Pony.ai accelerates growth in the robotaxi sector with new partnerships, international testing, and plans to expand its fleet to 10,000 vehicles by 2026.
Autonomous Vehicle Testing in California Drops 50% in 2024
Autonomous vehicle testing in California dropped by 50%, reflecting a shift toward commercial operations and fewer testing miles in 2024.
Tesla's Robotaxi and Optimus Robot Production to Begin in 2025
Tesla plans to launch robotaxi services and produce humanoid robots, Optimus, by 2025, marking a major step in autonomous vehicle and AI technology development.
Waymo Testing Autonomous Robotaxis in New Cities for 2025 Expansion
Waymo is expanding its testing of robotaxis to 10 new cities in 2025, with a focus on improving its autonomous technology in various environments and conditions.
Taxi Drivers in Spain Strike Over Rising Insurance Premiums
Taxi drivers across Spain are striking due to soaring insurance premiums, demanding government action to address the issue and reduce costs for drivers.
Uber’s New Price-Lock Pass Aims to Compete with Lyft's Offering in the UK
Uber introduces a new price-lock pass to help UK commuters avoid surge pricing and compete with Lyft’s successful feature launched earlier this year.
Tesla Boycott Demands in Europe After Musk's Controversial Remarks
Elon Musk's involvement in far-right rallies and hand gesture sparks widespread backlash, with calls for a Tesla boycott spreading across Europe.
Lincoln Unveils L100: Future of Self-Driving Luxury Vehicles
Lincoln introduces the L100 concept car, a futuristic self-driving vehicle redefining luxury travel with innovative design and technology.
Uber CEO says Robotaxis Are Not Going To Replace Human Drivers Until 2035
Human drivers won’t be replaced anytime soon, says Uber’s CEO, emphasizing a gradual shift to hybrid networks over the next decade, where human drivers will thrive in Uber’s hybrid network as autonomous vehicles gradually gain traction.
Tesla Fixes Rearview Camera Issue with Software Update for 239K Vehicles
Tesla resolves a rearview camera issue in 239,000 vehicles with an over-the-air update. Affected owners may need a computer replacement.
Tesla vs. BYD: EV Sales Race Set to Tighten in 2025
Tesla and BYD are battling fiercely for dominance in the global EV market, as competition heats up and dynamics shift in 2025.
Pony.ai’s Robotaxi Plans: Driving into Hong Kong’s AV Future
Pony.ai leads autonomous driving innovation in Greater Bay Area, with robotaxi and airport trials setting industry benchmarks.
Amazon Eyes Lyft Acquisition to Accelerate Autonomous Vehicle Push
Amazon's acquisition of Lyft could accelerate its autonomous vehicle tech rollout, reshaping the future of robotaxi services and mobility.
Bolt Report Reveals Surprising Truths About UK Taxi Industry
47% of UK drivers preferred low commission vs pension payments, more than 30% possess a bachelor's degree or higher, speak over 140 languages while 2/3 use multiple ride-hailing apps.