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U.S. to ban Chinese software in self-driving cars amid national security fears

Chinese-made autonomous vehicles have driven 1.8 million miles in California alone since 2017.

Fortune

Fatal Tesla Crash Raises Concerns Over Self-Driving Technology

Tragic incident involving Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' mode raises questions about autonomous vehicle safety and regulatory challenges.

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Waymo's Autonomous Vehicles Reshaping Urban Transportation In San Francisco

Waymo's autonomous vehicles in San Francisco are transforming urban transportation, influencing social, economic dynamics, and sustainability goals.

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Waymo sues alleged vandals who attacked its San Francisco robotaxis

The Google sister company appears to be fighting back after a spate of vattacks on its autonomous vehicles

The Independent UK

Wayve co-founder Alex Kendall net worth hits £400 million after SoftBank-led funding round

The wealth of the co-founder of Wayve has topped £400 million after the autonomous vehicle start-up secured more than $1 billion in a fresh funding round led by SoftBank.

Evening Standard

GM’s Cruise Resumes Robotaxi Testing But Without The Robotaxi Tech Enabled

The autonomous vehicle company deployed a small fleet of Chevrolet Bolt EVs in Phoenix, Arizona. However, there's a catch.

InsideEVs

After stalling, autonomous vehicle bill made it to the finish line in the Kentucky legislature.

The Kentucky General Assembly has given final approval to legislation paving the way for autonomous vehicle use on state roadways. The measure includes a phase-in approach to driverless operation.

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Truck rule is first test drive of federal autonomous vehicle oversight - Roll Call

The federal government is working on proposed standards for self-driving trucks, a first step toward regulating autonomous vehicles.

Roll Call

GM CEO Barra Eyes Path to Unlock Value at Cruise

GM CEO Mary Barra discusses the strategies being considered to maximize the value of Cruise, the autonomous vehicle unit of General Motors.

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Modified bill opening up Kentucky to autonomous vehicles moves on down the road

Legislation paving the way for autonomous vehicles on Kentucky roads is once again before state lawmakers. It emerged from a House committee Thursday.

WEKU

Zoox unveils custom vehicle for robotaxi deployment in Las Vegas

Discover the latest advancements in autonomous vehicles showcased at CES 2024, including Zoox's robotaxi, innovative sensors, and exciting developments in ...

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Why are self-driving cars exempt from traffic tickets in San Francisco?

Laws in California have yet to catch up to autonomous vehicles, even though hundreds are already on the road

The Guardian - US

Vogt resigns as CEO of Cruise following safety questions, recalls of self-driving vehicles

Kyle Vogt has resigned as CEO of Cruise, General Motors' autonomous vehicle unit

The Independent UK

General Motors' autonomous vehicle unit recalls cars for software update after dragging a pedestrian

GM's Cruise autonomous vehicle unit is recalling all 950 of its cars to update its software after one dragged a pedestrian to the side of a San Francisco street last month

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California hits pause on GM Cruise self-driving cars due to safety concerns

Decision is latest instance of regulatory agencies expressing concern over safety of autonomous vehicles.

InsideEVs

More Headaches For GM's Cruise As NHTSA Probes Pedestrian Risks

NHTSA said its Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received two reports of incidents involving Cruise autonomous vehicles where pedestrians were injured.

The Texas Tribune

Driverless cars are multiplying on Texas roads. Here’s what you should know.

Autonomous vehicles, or AVs, are here. Tribune journalists took a ride in one recently and answer the biggest questions about who’s driving the driverless trend and how the state regulates them.

The Independent UK

Self-driving cars and buses: Your guide to the future of autonomous vehicles

‘My ministers will introduce new legal frameworks to support the safe commercial development of emerging industries, such as self-driving vehicles’

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The Independent UK

GM's Cruise autonomous vehicle unit agrees to cut fleet in half after 2 crashes in San Francisco

General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit has agreed to cut its fleet of San Francisco robotaxis in half as authorities investigate two recent crashes in the city

The Independent UK

The backup driver in the 1st death by a fully autonomous car pleads guilty to endangerment

The backup Uber driver involved in the first death involving a fully autonomous vehicle has pleaded guilty to endangerment

InsideEVs

Volkswagen Launches Autonomous Vehicle Test Program In The US

The all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD microbus will enter ride-hailing service in Austin from 2026

Caixin Global

China’s WeRide Cleared for Nationwide Road Test in UAE

Autonomous vehicle startup wins first nationwide clearance to test self-driving autos in the Middle Eastern nation

Birmingham Post

Driverless pod maker which works with Jaguar Land Rover, Morgan and Aston Martin buys parts manufacturer

Aurrigo makes six autonomous vehicles, which can cut costs, resolve operational issues and tackle labour shortages

The Independent UK

Driver in fatal Uber autonomous crash set for June trial

An Uber driver involved in the first death connected to a fully autonomous vehicle faces a June trial

WEKU

Regulatory framework for autonomous vehicles gets review from Kentucky lawmakers

The future movement of vehicles along Kentucky highways got a hearing in Frankfort during the now-completed General Assembly session

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