Alphabet-owned autonomous car maker Waymo has dropped the waitlist for its robotaxi service in Dallas, opening it to all residents and visitors as part of its ongoing expansion.
Labor unions and Uber have formed an unexpected alliance to push back against widespread autonomous vehicle deployment, particularly concerning a D.C. Council bill. The proposed legislation, allowing AVs for passenger and goods transport, faces scrutiny over potential job losses for gig drivers and economic impact, with Uber citing declining driver earnings in other AV-heavy markets.
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled that Waymo cannot operate its Santa Monica charging facilities overnight, citing public nuisance concerns. Residents and city officials complained of light, sound pollution, and traffic congestion from autonomous vehicles, leading to a preliminary injunction between 11 pm and 6 am.
Waymo restarts freeway routes for its robotaxi service after a 2-month pause, following software updates to improve performance near construction zones, amid increased regulatory scrutiny over autonomous vehicle safety.
Waymo aims to exit its deal with Uber, offering robotaxis on its own app in Austin and Atlanta from January 2028, amid contract end in May 2028 and escalating tensions over safety concerns.
Waymo's robotaxi service in San Francisco resumed after a temporary pause due to a power outage affecting 7,000 PG&E customers. The company made "temporary adjustments" and coordinated with officials, following past incidents that prompted Mayor Lurie to call for tougher AV regulations.
Uber and Waymo are at odds over Washington, D.C.'s autonomous-vehicle bill, with Uber advocating a hybrid model that rides on ride-hailing networks and Waymo testing with human operators. Separately, Uber is acquiring Delivery Hero to extend its global delivery footprint.
The Uber-Waymo partnership in Phoenix has ended, with remaining agreements in Atlanta and Austin also facing an uncertain future. NHTSA administrator Jonathan Morrison issued a directive to AV developers, demanding immediate focus on fixing issues where vehicles interfere with first responders. Additionally, proposed FMVSS changes could aid AV companies like Tesla and Zoox.
Hai thiếu niên 15 tuổi bị cảnh sát San Mateo, California, tạm giữ sau khi taxi tự lái Waymo phát hiện họ uống rượu và bắn súng đồ chơi (Orbeez) từ xe. Hệ thống của Waymo đã báo cáo vụ việc, giúp cảnh sát chặn xe và xử lý.
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.
Waymo's autonomous vehicle in California alerted police after cameras allegedly caught two teenagers drinking and firing a toy gun from the car. Waymo remotely guided the robotaxi to a parking lot where police apprehended the teens.
Alphabet's Waymo faces a regulatory delay in California, preventing expansion and charging for rides in its new Chinese-made Ojai robotaxis. The CPUC is reviewing Waymo's application due to concerns over emergency response and unaccompanied minors.
Two 15-year-olds were detained by San Mateo police after engaging in underage drinking and shooting water beads from a Waymo self-driving vehicle. The company remotely pulled the car over into a parking lot and alerted authorities.
A collection of news briefs covers Waymo's potential free rides in California due to regulatory delays, the rise of air conditioning in Europe amid extreme heat, a war game simulating a Chinese cyberattack on US water supplies, expiring data center regulations, Amazon worker investigations, the anti-data-center movement in Michigan, AI-driven insurance models, self-driving car interference with first responders, factors behind Venezuela's earthquake damage, environmental certifications for Mexican World Cup stadiums, and community opposition to xAI's data centers.
Waymo is recalling 3,871 vehicles due to incidents where autonomous cars failed to recognize or properly navigate freeway construction zones, sometimes prioritizing other hazards. This follows other recent news about Tesla's self-driving features, Meta's AI hackathon, and Tesla battery thefts.
Waymo is launching its driverless ride-hailing service in Las Vegas, initially for employees, with public access to follow soon. The service will feature the new Ojai vehicle and compete with Zoox and Motional. San Diego, Tampa, and Denver are also slated to receive Waymo services.
Two California teens were detained by police after their Waymo robotaxi stopped and alerted authorities. The teens were reportedly drinking alcohol and shooting Orbeez gel beads from the driverless vehicle, violating Waymo's rules against alcohol use, underage passengers without an adult, and throwing objects from the car.
Waymo, an Alphabet-owned company, is set to launch fully autonomous robotaxi services without human supervisors in San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa, and Denver. Initially available to employees, public access is planned soon. This expands Waymo's driverless operations to over 10 cities, including recent tests in London.
Waymo, Alphabet's robotaxi division, will roll out its driverless vehicles in San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa, and Denver, initially for employees then the public. This expansion builds on its lead over rivals like Tesla and Zoox, despite recent operational challenges.
Waymo is recalling 3,871 vehicles due to incidents where autonomous cars failed to recognize or properly navigate freeway construction zones. This recall highlights ongoing challenges in autonomous vehicle safety and regulation.
Morgan Stanley forecasts the global robotaxi market to hit $1 trillion by 2040, driven by falling manufacturing costs in China. Chinese players are expected to lead regionally, alongside Tesla and Waymo.
Waymo robotaxis are no longer available on Uber's ride-hail app in Phoenix, Arizona, ending a nearly three-year partnership
Tesla's FSD faces scrutiny over fatal crashes, NHTSA & NTSB investigations. Waymo expands robotaxi fleet with 3,156 vehicles imported to the US in 2023. Industry updates include layoffs, funding, and regulatory changes.
Waymo is testing self-driving cars in London, facing challenges but offering potential independence for people with disabilities. Concerns include surveillance, job losses for drivers, and safety, though data suggests AVs may be safer than human drivers. Regulation and disabled people's inclusion in the conversation are crucial.
