Autonomous & SoftwareChinese Carmakers Pile Into Humanoid Robots, Chasing Tesla’s Vision
Chinese carmakers like BYD, Geely, and Nio are racing into humanoid robots, seeing them as a future profit engine similar to Tesla's bet on robotics.
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Autonomous & SoftwareSurvey Shows Growing Public Distrust Toward Police-Installed Plate Scanners
A new survey reveals more Americans oppose police license plate cameras than support them, citing privacy concerns and documented abuses.
Autonomous & SoftwareHuawei and Dongfeng's Epicland Eyes Battery-Swap Service as More Brands Follow Suit
Huawei-Dongfeng's Epicland may adopt battery swapping, becoming a first in Huawei's automotive ecosystem as more brands explore the model.
Autonomous & SoftwareBelgian Startup Any Rides the E-Moto Wave with Modular Cargo Focus
Belgian startup Any launches LUV1, a modular electric motorcycle with 120 liters of cargo space, targeting urban delivery and versatile commuting.
Autonomous & SoftwareRivian's Finance Chief Prepares for Departure
Rivian's CFO Claire McDonough is leaving on October 30 to pursue a new opportunity, as confirmed in a recent SEC filing.
Autonomous & SoftwareMapping the Human Cost of Robotaxi Rides: Injuries Among Safety Operators Spark Concern
New OSHA data reveals over two dozen injuries for Waymo and Zoox test drivers from sudden autopilot movements, highlighting hidden risks in robotaxi scaling.
Autonomous & SoftwareModular Methanol Plants Aim to Fuel Shipping's Green Transition
Explore how modular methanol production plants are transforming shipping fuel, with startups like Emvolon turning landfill gas into green methanol to meet growing demand.
Autonomous & SoftwareBentley Torcal: A First Ride in the Brand's Affordable Electric Entry Model
Bentley Torcal EV first ride review: affordable luxury electric car, lower price than Bentayga, design, performance, and electrification strategy.
Autonomous & SoftwarePorsche 911 GT3 Touring: The Everyday Supercar That Defies the Odds
The Porsche 911 GT3 Touring proves that everyday usability and track-bred performance can coexist, even as regulations and prices rise. A masterclass in balance.
Autonomous & SoftwareSwoop ASM Cargo E-Bike: Automatic Shifting Comes to Heavy Hauling
Xtracycle's Swoop ASM cargo e-bike brings an automatic transmission to heavy hauling, making city rides and hill climbs easier for riders who don't want to shift gears manually.
Autonomous & SoftwareWaymo Robotaxis Set to Debut in Munich
Waymo brings its self-driving taxi service to Munich, a move enabled by Germany's progressive autonomous vehicle regulations. This expansion marks a significant step into European markets.
Autonomous & SoftwareGatik Secures $200M in Its Largest Funding Round to Date, Backed by Qatar and Koch
Autonomous trucking firm Gatik raises $200M in its largest round, backed by Qatar and Koch, to scale middle-mile delivery operations.
Autonomous & SoftwareUber Adds Live Video Monitoring to Teen Accounts
Uber introduces live video streaming for teen accounts, letting guardians watch rides in real time while the feed is deleted once the trip ends.
Autonomous & SoftwareAirbound Secures $37M to Challenge Trucking with Revolutionary Rocket-Inspired Drones
Airbound raises $37M to build lightweight rocket-inspired drones that aim to replace traditional delivery trucks, backed by top investors.
Autonomous & SoftwareGM's Brake-by-Wire System Under Federal Investigation After 22 Crashes
GM's eBoost brake-by-wire system is under federal investigation after reports of 22 crashes. Learn about the safety concerns and what it means for EV drivers.
Autonomous & SoftwareTalking to Your Self-Driving Car: LLMs Could Personalize Autonomous Driving
TU Delft shows how LLMs can let passengers fine-tune autonomous driving style with natural language, balancing comfort and speed safely.
Autonomous & SoftwareGM's Electric Vehicle Braking Issues Under Intensified Federal Review
Federal regulators intensify scrutiny of braking issues in GM electric vehicles after a reported near-miss incident involving a Blazer EV.
Autonomous & SoftwareUber Hit With Record €825M GDPR Fine Over Driver Data Handling
Uber faces an €825 million GDPR fine from Dutch regulators over unauthorized data transfers and automated driver suspensions. The company plans to appeal.
Autonomous & SoftwareInside Waymo's Custom Silicon: The Brains Behind Its Robotaxi Expansion
Waymo's custom computer chip consolidates sensor data to power its robotaxi fleet, cutting costs and boosting efficiency for major scaling.
Autonomous & SoftwareWhy Chinese Regulators Ordered Tesla to Fix Almost 3 Million Vehicles
Chinese regulators order Tesla to recall nearly 3 million cars over door-opening failures after crashes. The fix comes via a software update. Details inside.
Autonomous & SoftwareWaymo Submits Redacted Documents in NHTSA Child Collision Investigation
Waymo has submitted heavily redacted documents to NHTSA in its child collision investigation, citing confidential business information.
Autonomous & SoftwareUS Lab Investigates Chinese Lidar for Potential Security Risks
The Idaho National Laboratory is examining Chinese lidar for security issues, backed by EV and autonomous vehicle firms, to safeguard future self-driving systems.
Autonomous & SoftwareTesla Joins Nine Automakers in China-Wide Campaign to Improve Hidden Door Handle Safety
Tesla and eight other automakers recall 3 million cars in China to install warning labels for hidden door handles, improving emergency access and safety.
Autonomous & SoftwareWaymo ramps up lobbying as robotaxi race heats up against Uber
Waymo doubles federal lobbying spending to influence US regulations for fully autonomous taxis, intensifying competition with Uber in the robotaxi market.