Robotaxis, driver-assist systems and the long road to full autonomy. Launches, disengagements and regulatory fights.
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Waymo is recalling over 3,800 robotaxis due to a software flaw that could cause vehicles to enter closed freeway construction zones at high speeds. This update highlights the critical safety challenges in deploying autonomous driving systems in complex, real-world environments.
Engadget · 93d ago
Momenta has received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for its overseas IPO in Hong Kong. The company aims to position itself as the leading 'Physical AI' entity in the capital markets.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 93d ago
Mobileye has announced plans to enter the US robotaxi market with a standalone service. The initiative will utilize the company's Moovit platform to facilitate operations starting in 2027.
Ars Technica · 95d ago
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe announced that the company is on track to release a supervised autonomous driving system later this year. The system aims to compete directly with Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 95d ago
Deepal S07 range-extender version now features Huawei's Qiankun ADS Pro intelligent driving system. This integration marks a strategic move to bring high-end autonomous driving capabilities to a more accessible price point.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 96d ago
Baidu's autonomous driving unit, Apollo Go, has launched road tests for its AmiGo service in Switzerland in partnership with PostBus. The initiative aims to provide public transport in underserved regions, with full commercial operations targeted for 2027.
TechNode · 96d ago
General Motors plans to eventually transition its autonomous vehicle fleet into robotaxi services. Despite the 2024 shutdown of its Cruise division, the company is integrating its personal autonomy strategy with future commercial robotaxi operations.
The Next Web (TNW) · 97d ago
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are increasingly prioritizing in-house development of core technologies. This shift allows premium features to be integrated into lower-cost vehicle models.
钛媒体 · 97d ago
Tesla owners in China are reportedly bypassing driver-monitoring systems using simple physical objects like doll heads and photos. This highlights a significant vulnerability in current camera-based attention tracking.
Digital Trends · 98d ago
Qianli has completed the acquisition of a millimeter-wave radar company. This move is aimed at strengthening their full-stack closed-loop capabilities in autonomous driving and perception technology.
量子位 · 99d ago
Qianli Zhijia has acquired 100% of Ronggan Technology to bolster its L2-L4 autonomous driving solutions. The acquisition focuses on integrating visual and millimeter-wave radar technologies to achieve LiDAR-like performance.
IT之家 · 100d ago
The Stelato brand, a collaboration between BAIC and Huawei, is finalizing production for its upcoming box-style SUV. The vehicle is expected to feature advanced Huawei-developed autonomous driving hardware, including LiDAR sensors.
IT之家 · 102d ago
BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li predicts China's EV market penetration will soon hit 80%. She notes that competition is shifting from pure electrification to advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 102d ago
Uber is opening an interest list for riders in London to experience autonomous vehicles developed by Wayve. This rollout marks a significant expansion of driverless ride-hailing services outside of the US and China markets.
The Verge · 103d ago
AutoNavi has launched the internal testing phase for ABot-Earth0.5. This model moves beyond traditional 2D distillation methods to achieve high-consistency scene generation using a 3D native approach.
量子位 · 103d ago
WeRide showcased its new L2++ end-to-end autonomous driving solution, WRD 3.0, at the Qualcomm Summit. The technology highlights the company's progress in integrating advanced AI architectures for intelligent driving.
量子位 · 103d ago
Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor has partnered with Huawei to integrate the 'Qiankun' autonomous driving solution into its upcoming Xinghai V6 vehicle. The partnership covers both passenger and commercial vehicle segments to accelerate intelligent driving adoption.
IT之家 · 104d ago
A Pony.ai autonomous vehicle was involved in a rear-end collision in Beijing after performing an abrupt lane change and braking. The vehicle reportedly left the scene immediately after the incident.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 104d ago
This article analyzes BYD's strategic shift toward advanced intelligent driving capabilities. It explores how the company is integrating AI-driven autonomous features to maintain its competitive edge in the EV market.
量子位 · 107d ago
Two leading Robotaxi companies have simultaneously announced significant developments regarding their A-share market presence. This move signals a major shift in the commercialization and capital market integration of autonomous driving technology in China.
量子位 · 107d ago
WeRide and Uber have announced a partnership to launch Spain’s first commercial robotaxi pilot in Madrid by 2026. This marks WeRide's 12th global city for its autonomous driving network.
TechNode · 108d ago
Researchers introduced an uncertainty-aware reinforcement learning framework that uses expert advice to guide exploration in autonomous driving. By dynamically triggering guidance based on uncertainty thresholds, the method improves navigation success in complex, unsignalized intersections.
ArXiv AI · 110d ago
Morgan Stanley reports that Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are shifting their competitive strategy from aggressive pricing to advanced AI capabilities. This transition aims to address weakening market demand and regulatory pressures by prioritizing the development of Level 3 autonomous driving features.
SCMP Technology · 111d ago
Former Tesla data labelers and engineers have publicly voiced skepticism regarding the safety of the company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode. A significant majority of interviewed staff stated they would refuse to ride in a vehicle operating under the current FSD system.
The Next Web (TNW) · 111d ago
A Tesla owner successfully sued the company for failing to deliver on the 'Full Self-Driving' (FSD) capabilities promised at the time of purchase, receiving a $10,000 refund.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 111d ago
Reuters reports that Tesla's claim of FSD being 10 times safer than human drivers is unsupported by data. Internal employees suggest the technology is far from ready for large-scale safe deployment.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 113d ago
The new AITO M9 has officially launched with a starting price of 479,800 RMB. Richard Yu claims it is the most powerful SUV on Earth, emphasizing its advanced smart features.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 115d ago
The article explores the next phase of autonomous driving technology, shifting from simple functional utility to a paradigm of human-machine symbiosis. It analyzes the limitations of current VLA models and the necessary evolution for embodied AI.
钛媒体 · 115d ago
Following a 395% year-on-year revenue increase in Q1, Pony AI has raised its 2026 robotaxi fleet target to 3,500 vehicles. The company currently operates over 1,700 autonomous vehicles.
The Next Web (TNW) · 116d ago
BYD released the 2026 Sea Lion 06 DM-i featuring the 5th generation DM hybrid technology. The vehicle offers up to 310km pure electric range and optional LiDAR-based autonomous driving.
IT之家 · 116d ago