Waymo intends to expand its self-driving vehicle fleet to 20,000 by next year, according to a report.
Waymo Plans Major Expansion of Robotaxi Fleet Waymo is reportedly set to significantly expand its robotaxi fleet, aiming to increase the number of vehicles to 20,000 by the end of next year. This ambitious plan appears to be a key part of the Alphabet-owned company’s efforts to grow its presence across the country. The self-driving […]
Kodiak AI intends to operate a self-driving IKEA truck route between Dallas and Houston.
Driverless Trucks Ready to Roll: Kodiak AI’s Ambitious Plan Imagine cruising down a Texas highway and seeing a delivery truck — but there’s no driver at the wheel. Kodiak AI is gearing up to transport IKEA products between Dallas and Houston later this year using autonomous trucks, marking a significant leap in transportation technology. They’ve […]
Minneapolis councilman ridiculed for saying self-driving cars are ‘killing’ pets
A city council member in Minneapolis sparked a wave of ridicule on social media after advocating for “cat lovers.” He claimed that Waymo’s self-driving cars were harming cats and pushed for a requirement that humans operate these vehicles. “I can say that cats have been killed, and they’ve been killed by these autonomous vehicles,” Jason […]
California starts its first pilot program for self-driving freight with Kodiak AI.
California has introduced a new type of truck driver—this one doesn’t require lunch breaks. In a significant development, a robot truck is now transporting loads of produce along California highways, offering a real-world preview of autonomous freight transport, while a human safety driver remains in the cab monitoring the operation. Kodiak AI partnered with Fresno’s […]
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system went over the speed limit in Belgium, according to a report.
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving System Under Scrutiny in Belgium Tom Hayes recently shared his thoughts on Tesla’s stock, suggesting that the company is valued as if it can do no wrong. He even dubbed Elon Musk as the “Thomas Edison” of our era. However, he also cautioned investors about the risks associated with such a lofty […]
Self-driving racing makes its way to Laguna Seca and Imola as fan interest increases.
Autonomous race cars are increasingly making their presence felt on prestigious tracks. On September 3, the Indy Autonomous Challenge showcased its driverless vehicles at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, California. Purdue AI Racing not only set a new autonomous track record but also claimed second place in a direct passing competition, while Italy’s Unimore Racing took […]
Waymo introduces a backup computer system for its self-driving robotaxi
You climb into the back seat of a Waymo, and as the doors close, you notice there’s no one in the driver’s seat. It’s an odd feeling for some, this realization that the car is entirely self-driven. And then, perhaps a nagging question arises: what if the computer that’s supposed to navigate suddenly malfunctions? Waymo […]
Union files lawsuit against California regarding self-driving truck regulations
California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing a lawsuit from the Teamsters union, which claims that his administration’s handling of self-driving truck regulations poses an “existential threat” to around 200,000 jobs. The union alleges that the new rules, recently adopted by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and other state agencies, could adversely impact workers in […]
Waymo self-driving car encounters lit fireworks in San Francisco
During the Fourth of July weekend in San Francisco, passengers in a Waymo self-driving car were understandably alarmed when their vehicle drove into lit fireworks on the street. Video recordings from the scene captured their astonishment as the car approached the fireworks, which were about to be ignited. In one clip, a person on the […]
DoorDash Driver Faces Charges for Killing Elderly Woman After Disabling Tesla’s Self-Driving Feature
Texas Man Charged with Manslaughter After Fatal Tesla Crash A man from Texas is facing manslaughter charges following a tragic incident where his Tesla Model 3 collided with a residence, resulting in the death of a grandmother. The investigation revealed that the car’s gas pedal was fully pressed down at the time of the crash. […]