Zoox has recalled 105 robotaxis due to a software issue preventing them from safely navigating heavy smoke, after one vehicle interfered with a fire emergency. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is pressing autonomous vehicle companies to address such emergency response failures.
Hong Kong authorities are increasing autonomous vehicle (AV) tests and road availability. Baidu showcased its sixth-gen AV, preparing for remote-controlled operations. The government has issued seven pilot licenses for 63 AVs, with speed limits raised to 50km/h.
Uber is lobbying lawmakers to enshrine "hybrid networks," where human drivers and autonomous vehicles operate together, into law. This strategy aims to position Uber as a platform for various robotaxi players, while potentially limiting direct competition from AV developers operating their own apps, as seen in proposed legislation in New Jersey and Washington, D.C.
San Mateo police apprehended two teens from a Waymo driverless taxi after the company alerted authorities to suspected criminal activity. The incident highlights privacy concerns regarding the extensive surveillance capabilities of autonomous vehicles and the extent to which data can be shared with law enforcement.
New Jersey lawmakers are considering a bill that would require autonomous vehicles to use cameras plus lidar and radar, potentially blocking Tesla's camera-only system. The proposal aims to enhance safety through redundant sensing technologies.
Waymo robotaxis are no longer available on Uber's ride-hail app in Phoenix, Arizona, ending a nearly three-year partnership
The US Department of Transportation has proposed new regulations that would permit autonomous vehicles to operate without brake pedals, removing a key barrier for companies like Tesla and Zoox. The public has 30 days to comment on the proposal.
Amazon-owned Zoox revealed a new version of its autonomous vehicle, designed for large-scale production. The updated robotaxi features improved rider comfort with ergonomic seating, a lighter interior palette, enhanced visibility with rotating bidirectional reflectors, and two-way audio for better interaction.
AI startup Decart has launched Oasis 3, an interactive world model capable of generating photorealistic driving environments in real time via API. The company aims to foster a developer ecosystem, similar to OpenAI's approach with language models, and targets autonomous vehicle companies and robotics applications.
Waymo has created a new cognitive system called ReD (Reference Driver) that models human driving behavior to enhance autonomous vehicle safety. Published in Nature, the model simulates how careful human drivers anticipate risks, manage uncertainty, and react to potential conflicts, aiming to improve accident avoidance in robotaxis.
Uber revealed a prototype Hyundai Ioniq 5 equipped with advanced sensors, designed to collect driving data for its autonomous vehicle partners. The company plans to deploy 500 such vehicles globally this year to gather millions of miles of data for training self-driving software.
Defense tech startup Mach Industries, founded by Ethan Thornton, has secured $300 million in Series C funding at a $1.8 billion valuation. The company, which develops autonomous weapons and drone defense systems, has seen its valuation nearly quadruple in a year. The funding will support the development of five autonomous vehicles and a new Department of Defense contract.
Hyundai Motor Group partners with South Korean government and startups to test 200 autonomous Ioniq 5 EVs in Gwangju, aiming for Level 4 autonomy and global leadership.
Hyundai Motor Group joins government-led autonomous vehicle demonstration project in Gwangju to test and advance mobility solutions
China has more than doubled the production efficiency of stealth fighter components in a “dark factory”, where autonomous vehicles and AI-driven machinery operate nearly 24 hours a day. The process once required employees to monitor its round-the-clock operations, but the plant can now produce the “skeleton” of an aircraft in near darkness, according to the official Science and Technology Daily. Dark factories are facilities designed to operate with little to no human intervention, thereby...
California DMV announces new AV regulations effective July 1, ending traffic ticket immunity for robotaxis. Law enforcement can now issue 'notices of AV noncompliance' for violations like running red lights. Regulations also require 30-second emergency response times and geofencing capabilities for emergency zones, plus allow testing of heavy-duty autonomous trucks.
Scout AI, a defense startup founded in 2024, has raised $100 million in Series A funding to develop AI models for autonomous military vehicles. The company is building a model called "Fury" using Vision Language Action (VLA) technology to operate military assets, starting with logistical support and eventually autonomous weapons. Scout has secured $11 million in military contracts from DARPA and the Army Applications Laboratory, and is one of 20 autonomy companies training with the U.S. Army's 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood.
Scout AI, a defense startup founded in 2024 by Colby Adcock and Collin Otis, has raised $100 million in Series A funding to build AI models for autonomous military vehicles. The company is training its "Fury" AI model using all-terrain vehicles at a central California military base, with plans to expand from logistical support to autonomous weapons. Scout has secured $11 million in contracts from DARPA and the Army Applications Laboratory, and is one of 20 autonomy companies working with the U.S. Army's 1st Cavalry Division.
Defense startup Scout AI has raised $100 million in Series A funding to develop 'Fury,' an AI model designed to command autonomous military ground vehicles and drones. The company focuses on using Vision Language Action models to navigate complex, unpredictable environments.
Scout AI, a defense startup founded in 2024 by Coby Adcock and Collin Otis, has raised $100 million in Series A funding to develop AI models for autonomous military vehicles. The company is building a system called "Fury" using Vision Language Action models to operate and command military assets, starting with logistical support and expanding to autonomous weapons. Scout has secured $11 million in military contracts from DARPA and the Army Applications Laboratory, and is one of 20 autonomy companies training with the U.S. Army's 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood.
China has suspended new licenses for autonomous vehicles following an incident last month in Wuhan where dozens of Baidu robotaxis suddenly stopped in traffic, causing chaos. The restrictions prevent companies from adding new driverless cars to fleets, expanding into new cities, or launching new test projects. It remains unclear when regulators will resume issuing licenses. This is at least the second time regulators have intervened after a Baidu-related incident, and the company's Wuhan operations remain paused while authorities investigate.
Scout AI, a defense startup founded in 2024, has raised a $100 million Series A to build AI models for autonomous military vehicles. The company trains its "Fury" AI model using four-seater ATVs at a central California military base, leveraging Vision Language Action (VLA) technology to enable autonomous operation on off-road terrain. Scout has secured $11 million in DoD contracts and is one of 20 autonomy companies working with the US Army's 1st Cavalry Division, with deployment expected in 2027.
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Physical artificial intelligence (AI) – the marriage of advanced machines with “brains” that allow them to interact with their environment – is expanding rapidly in China. It’s fuelling the development of smarter robots, drones and driverless cars that are appearing on roads and factory floors, in the skies and even on stage. Delivery drones have taken flight over cities like southern China’s Shenzhen, while delivery bots are riding city subways. The first autonomous vehicles are plying public...
