List of AI News about autonomous driving
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2026-10-21 14:24 UTC |
Tesla Robotaxi Ambition: Majority of Passenger Miles Forecast
According to Sawyer Merritt on X, Elon Musk said that unless blocked by governments, Tesla’s Robotaxi service could handle a majority of passenger miles in markets where it is allowed to operate. |
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2026-10-21 10:47 UTC |
Tesla showcases Robotaxi emergency response in latest video
According to Sawyer Merritt on X, Tesla released a new compilation showing fully autonomous Robotaxis, including Cybercabs and Model Y vehicles, stopping for emergency vehicles and handling real-world scenarios. |
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2026-10-21 10:37 UTC |
Tesla launches Robotaxi First Responder site with safety guide
According to Tesla via a post highlighted by Sawyer Merritt on X, the company launched a Robotaxi First Responder website outlining training, protocols, and safety features for emergency teams. |
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2026-10-06 06:29 UTC |
Tesla FSD approval push gains EU momentum
According to Sawyer Merritt, Germany’s minister urges EU-wide approval of Tesla FSD Supervised for safety gains, per Heise’s interview and report. |
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2026-10-04 07:42 UTC |
Tesla Robotaxi Expands App Access Globally
According to SawyerMerritt, Tesla opened Robotaxi app downloads across the UK, Australia, Germany, Italy, Sweden, and Singapore on iOS and Android. |
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2026-09-17 16:46 UTC |
Robotaxi Cybercab unveils on-screen joystick
According to SawyerMerritt, Tesla’s Robotaxi Cybercab shows an on-screen joystick integrating first responder feedback for safer operations. |
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2026-09-14 08:35 UTC |
Waymo Robotaxis debut Las Vegas, 24-mile service
According to SawyerMerritt, Waymo opened public robotaxi rides in Las Vegas, expanding fully autonomous service to 15 US cities with a 24-mile zone. |
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2026-09-11 06:21 UTC |
Tesla Semi software monetization hits $12–18k monthly
According to SawyerMerritt, Morgan Stanley says Tesla Semi autonomy could earn $12–18k per month, driving $17B software revenue and $7.5B EBIT by 2040. |
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2026-09-03 17:37 UTC |
Tesla Robotaxi Unveils Cybercab AI Breakthrough
According to Sawyer Merritt, Tesla revealed the full Cybercab launch event video, showcasing autonomous driving updates and fleet economics. |
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2026-09-03 09:47 UTC |
Tesla Robotaxi Debuts accessibility-focused design
According to Sawyer Merritt, Tesla launched a Robotaxi site highlighting autonomous ride access with space for service animals and mobility devices. |
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2026-09-03 08:20 UTC |
Robotaxi Regulations Slowdown Sparks Backlash
According to SawyerMerritt, Uber seeks to slow robotaxi rollout with unions, raising safety and market questions, as reported by Financial Times. |
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2026-08-28 03:18 UTC |
BlackBerry Bets on cars and robots pivot
According to @CNBC, BlackBerry shifts from phones to auto software and robotics to monetize QNX and IVI platforms, targeting ADAS and autonomous systems. |
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2026-08-20 14:36 UTC |
Waymo Robotaxi Wins Nevada Approval, 1000 Rollout
According to Sawyer Merritt, Nevada approved Waymo’s AVN permit, enabling a paid robotaxi launch in Las Vegas with up to 1,000 vehicles in 12 months. |
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2026-08-15 14:17 UTC |
Tesla FSD Surges as personal robo cars expand
According to SawyerMerritt, privately owned Tesla cars are self-driving across the Bay Area, signaling scalable robo taxi potential and new owner income. |
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2026-08-15 04:07 UTC |
Software defined vehicles face lifespan uncertainty
According to @CNBC, automakers lack clear timelines for software defined vehicle longevity and support, impacting residuals and maintenance planning. |
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2026-08-13 20:00 UTC |
Uber Robotaxis Expand with Pony.ai in Europe, MEA
According to CNBC... Uber and Pony.ai will deploy 2,000 robotaxis across Europe and expand to the Middle East, signaling aggressive autonomous expansion. |
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2026-08-05 07:09 UTC |
Zoox Robotaxi Launches Paid Rides in Vegas
According to @CNBC, Zoox will start paid robotaxi rides in Las Vegas on Aug 10, signaling commercialization of autonomous mobility. |
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2026-08-04 08:02 UTC |
Waymo Expands Dallas Robotaxi Access Citywide
According to SawyerMerritt, Waymo opened fully driverless rides to all Dallas users, citing nearly 150,000 riders since February per Waymo on X. |
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2026-07-31 07:13 UTC |
Zoox Robotaxis Win NHTSA Exemption, Enable Paid Rides
According to @CNBC, NHTSA granted Zoox a two-year exemption to deploy up to 2,500 robotaxis annually, opening the door to paid autonomous rides. |
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2026-07-30 06:45 UTC |
Zoox Robotaxi Launches paid Las Vegas rides
According to @CNBC, Zoox will start charging for robotaxi rides in Las Vegas after clearing an NHTSA hurdle, signaling a commercial AV shift. |