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In brief: autonomous deployment ramps up in key U.S. markets

Zoox, Lyft, and International Motors expand pilot programs on autonomous vehicles and robotaxi services. International Motors and PlusAI Launch autonomous truck pilot program in Texas International Motors, in collaboration with automated technology developer PlusAI, has launched fleet testing with autonomous trucks equipped with PlusAI’s second-generation system. This initiative is part of a pilot program operating […]

NHTSA launches historic update of safety standards for autonomous vehicles in the U.S.

NHTSA Launches Historic Update of Safety Standards for Autonomous Vehicles in the U.S. The federal agency has announced the start of regulatory processes to adapt safety standards to automated driving. The move seeks to accompany the expansion of robotaxi fleets, with Uber and Lucid projecting the rollout of 20,000 units in the coming years.

Autopilot on trial: nuclear verdict targets Tesla

Tesla found partially liable in a fatal crash involving its Autopilot driver assistance system. Tesla has been found partially responsible for a fatal crash involving its Autopilot driver assistance system, in a case already being described as the first “nuclear verdict” against autonomous vehicle technology. The ruling could have significant legal implications for the entire […]

Lyft launches collaboration with Benteler Group for autonomous shuttles

Lyft Inc. is pushing forward with a new partnership with Benteler Group to deploy autonomous shuttles in the United States by the end of 2026. Lyft Inc. is pushing forward with a new partnership with Benteler Group to deploy autonomous shuttles in the United States by the end of 2026. In a move aimed at […]

Waymo expands robotaxis fleet to Atlanta

Waymo’s robotaxis will begin operating in Atlanta in partnership with Uber. Starting June 24, Waymo’s robotaxis will begin operating in Atlanta in partnership with Uber. This initiative, which debuted earlier this year in Austin, Texas, is part of a strategic collaboration between the two companies and has already been approved for implementation in Georgia’s capital. […]

Trump announces first steps to ease regulations on autonomous vehicles

The NHTSA announced it will update existing regulations for autonomous vehicles manufactured in the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has unveiled its first policy measures aimed at removing regulatory barriers for autonomous vehicles, as part of an effort to foster innovation in the sector and strengthen competitiveness against countries like China. The National Highway Traffic […]

Phantom braking: safety concerns in autonomous vehicles

A new study suggests that autonomous vehicles are not ready to share the road with humans. A new study suggests that autonomous vehicles are not ready to share the road with humans. Conducted by George Mason University professor Missy Cummings, the study found that driverless cars exhibit “phantom braking” and struggle to follow human driving […]

Regulations for autonomous vehicle technology: OOIDA in favor of national safety

A more rigorous federal oversight to protect both the safety of autonomous vehicles and personal and vehicle information is part of a recent proposal. The U.S. Department of Commerce and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) have decided to prioritize the safety and cybersecurity of autonomous vehicles in the country. The Department of Commerce is […]

California autonomous vehicle regulations: balancing safety and innovation

Organizations such as the OOIDA recognize the advancement of this technology but warn about the challenges In California, legislative efforts addressing concerns about autonomous trucks and vehicles continue in the Senate. Among these is the latest bill that bans the use of autonomous vehicles weighing at least 10,001 pounds for testing, cargo transportation, or passenger […]

The future of transportation could affect the evolution of traffic lights

The implementation of a new traffic signal system could be much closer than people think Transportation is undergoing constant transformation as vehicles become smarter and more autonomous. This evolution also affects other technological aspects of the industry, such as traffic lights, which have been a method of control and safety for over a century. Researchers […]