autonomous vehicles

NASA Awards AiRANACULUS $5M Contract for Lunar Communications Tech

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AiRANACULUS has entered a strategic partnership with NASA Ames Research Center and a consortium of industry leaders to test autonomous, heterogeneous networking technologies for lunar and deep-space missions. The collaboration, which includes Nokia Federal Solutions, NVIDIA, Dell Technologies, Curtiss-Wright, Supermicro, and Radisys, aims to validate software platforms designed to maintain mission-critical connectivity across 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, … Read more

Uber to Deploy 500 Data-Collection Vehicles This Year

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The New Data Race: Why Uber’s Shift to “AV Labs” Changes Everything For years, the autonomous vehicle (AV) industry has been locked in a high-stakes arms race to build the perfect robotaxi. But while companies like Waymo and Avride focus on the software “brain,” Uber is quietly pivoting to provide the fuel: massive, high-fidelity real-world … Read more

Uber Robotaxi Partnerships Grow As Valuation Lags Analyst Expectations

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Uber’s Robotaxi Revolution: Beyond Ride-Hailing and Into Autonomous Mobility Uber is rapidly evolving from a ride-hailing service to a global platform for autonomous vehicle deployment. The company’s recent partnerships, including those with Motional, Zoox, and Wayve/Nissan, signal a strategic shift: becoming the essential link between robotaxi fleets and rider demand, without the massive capital expenditure … Read more

Travis Kalanick launches a new company called Atoms focused on robotics

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Travis Kalanick’s Atoms: A Robotics Play Beyond Ghost Kitchens Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick is back, and this time he’s focused on robots. His new venture, Atoms, isn’t just a rebranding exercise; it’s a consolidation of his existing ghost kitchen company, CloudKitchens, and a significant expansion into robotics for the food, mining, and transportation industries. From … Read more

Uber Expands Las Vegas Robotaxi Network with Motional’s Hyundai Ioniq 5

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Las Vegas Welcomes a New Wave of Robotaxis: Uber Expands Autonomous Vehicle Network Uber riders in Las Vegas now have another option for getting around: the Motional IONIQ 5 robotaxi. Launched this Friday, the service marks a significant step in the expansion of autonomous vehicle (AV) technology within the ride-hailing giant’s network. Initially, rides will … Read more

China top court says drivers responsible despite autonomous technology

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China Drives Towards Driver Responsibility in the Age of Assisted Driving China’s Supreme People’s Court has issued a landmark ruling solidifying driver responsibility even when utilizing assisted driving technologies. This decision, stemming from a case in Zhejiang province, signals a broader push for safety and regulation in the rapidly evolving automotive landscape. The ruling isn’t … Read more

Waymo Robotaxi Hits Child in Santa Monica: NHTSA Investigates

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Waymo’s Recent Incidents: A Turning Point for Robotaxi Safety? The recent collision involving a Waymo robotaxi and a child in Santa Monica, coupled with ongoing investigations into incidents of illegally passing school buses, is forcing a critical re-evaluation of autonomous vehicle (AV) safety protocols. While Waymo maintains its technology outperformed a human driver in the … Read more

New York to Legalize Robotaxis Statewide – Except NYC | TechCrunch

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Robotaxis Get the Green Light… Almost: New York State’s Autonomous Vehicle Push New York State is poised to accelerate the arrival of robotaxis, but with a significant caveat: New York City is, for now, staying on the sidelines. Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent State of the State address revealed plans for legislation that would allow the … Read more

Waymo’s Robotaxi Rebrand: Zeekr RT Now Called ‘Ojai’

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Waymo’s “Ojai” Rebrand: A Sign of Robotaxi Marketing’s Evolution Waymo’s decision to rename its Zeekr-built robotaxi “Ojai” isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s a calculated move signaling a maturing strategy in the autonomous vehicle (AV) space. For years, the focus was on the technology. Now, it’s shifting towards building trust and brand recognition with the public. … Read more

Driverless Bus Crash: Hong Kong Airport Probe Urged

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Driverless Buses and the Future of Transportation: Navigating the Road Ahead The recent collision of two unmanned buses at Hong Kong International Airport serves as a stark reminder: as autonomous vehicle technology rapidly advances, safety and public trust are paramount. But what does this incident mean for the wider adoption of driverless systems? Let’s delve … Read more

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