Autonomous & Software

EV Batteries Outlast Expectations: Study Finds Minimal Degradation Over Time

New study shows EV batteries retain about 90% capacity after 150,000 km, easing fears about battery life and boosting used EV market confidence.

Rivian's Bold Path to Full Self-Driving

Rivian's Autonomy+ system marks a step toward full self-driving. With custom chips, a Level 3 highway system planned, and robotaxis by 2028, Rivian aims to challenge Tesla in the race to Level 4.

Autonomous & Software

Poseidon Aerospace Secures $60M to Fund Pilotless Cargo Aircraft Ambitions

Poseidon Aerospace raises $60M to develop pilotless cargo aircraft, aiming to cut costs and reshape air freight economics before its first autonomous test flight.

Autonomous & Software

Uber Co-Founder's New Venture May Be Eyeing Robotaxi Market

Uber founder Travis Kalanick's new venture, Atoms, may enter the robotaxi business, hinting he has 'unfinished business' in transportation.

Autonomous & Software

Tesla Cybercab Takes to the Streets, Hits Early Bumps

Tesla's Cybercab begins real-world testing, facing minor technical issues, showcasing AI's growing role in transportation's future.

Autonomous & Software

Tesla's Cybercab Faces Federal Safety Probe Shortly After Deployment

US regulators launch a safety investigation into Tesla's Cybercab robotaxi, questioning compliance with federal vehicle standards. The probe could impact future autonomous vehicle approvals.

Autonomous & Software

Tesla Cybercab: Strict Age Restrictions and Other Key Details

Tesla's Cybercab will not allow children under 13, even with an adult. Learn more about the new policy and other details that could shape the future of autonomous rides.

Autonomous & Software

NHTSA Opens Probe Into Tesla’s Cybercab Launch in Austin

NHTSA launches an inquiry into Tesla's first Cybercab deployments in Austin, examining safety protocols hours after the robotaxi service began operating.

Autonomous & Software

Tesla Opens Interest Form for Personal Cybercab Fleets

Tesla has posted a form asking people about buying and running Cybercab fleets, hinting at a possible owner-operated robotaxi model beyond its own network.

Autonomous & Software

Tesla's Cybercab: A Pivotal Bet on a Driverless Future

Tesla's upcoming Cybercab robotaxi, with no steering wheel, marks a strategic shift. Explore its impact on the company and the autonomous driving industry.

Autonomous & Software

Scaling Startups: Practical Playbooks Take Center Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

A look at how the Builders Stage at Disrupt 2026 offers actionable scaling strategies for founders, from hiring to burn rate management.

Autonomous & Software

Uber's $15B Delivery Hero Bid Gets Board Green Light

Delivery Hero's board endorses Uber's $15B takeover offer, potentially creating a global food delivery giant. Regulatory hurdles remain.

Autonomous & Software

Uber Cuts 3,300 Jobs as It Doubles Down on Robotaxis

Uber lays off 3,300 employees (10% of staff) to streamline management and boost investments in ridesharing, delivery, and robotaxis.

Autonomous & Software

First Drive: 2027 Range Rover Electric Impresses with 333-Mile Range and Surprising Off-Road Prowess

We drive the 2027 Range Rover Electric and find 333 miles of range, plus the luxury and off-road ability expected from the iconic SUV.

Autonomous & Software

Waymo Takes the Offensive Ahead of Tesla's Cybercab Unveiling

Waymo fires back at Tesla ahead of Cybercab launch, arguing multi-sensor systems are safer than camera-only end-to-end AI.

Autonomous & Software

Privacy Pushback: Florida and Texas Take Aim at Flock's License Plate Camera Network

Florida and Texas lawmakers push back on Flock's vast license plate camera network over privacy concerns, sparking a broader debate on automated surveillance.

Autonomous & Software

Newlight Raises $9M to Fuel Cargo Ships with Hydrogen

Newlight has raised $9M to develop hydrogen-injection tech for cargo ships, completing an 8,500-nautical-mile test voyage. This could cut shipping emissions without retrofitting engines.

Autonomous & Software

Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to Denver, San Diego, and Tampa

Waymo brings robotaxis to Denver, San Diego, and Tampa with a gradual rider invitation process, marking a major expansion for autonomous ride-hailing.

Autonomous & Software

Magna Deepens India Battery-Swap Bet with $35M Yuma Investment

Canadian supplier Magna adds $35M to Yuma Energy, boosting its total investment to $87M and majority stake in India's battery-swapping network for two- and three-wheelers.

Autonomous & Software

Huawei HIMA August Sales Slip 5.52%, Continuing Three-Month Decline

Huawei HIMA delivered 42,101 vehicles in August, down 5.52% year-on-year, marking a third consecutive monthly decline. Read more on AutoVoltix.

Autonomous & Software

Alteon's Ambitious Plan: Autonomous Aircraft That Could Stay Aloft for Months

Alteon, founded by a 20-year-old, aims to build autonomous aircraft that harvest wind energy to stay aloft for months. Investor Lachy Groom backs the bold vision.