Waymo has suspended freeway driving in several US cities due to safety concerns after robotaxis encountered flooded roads. The move highlights the technical limits of AV navigation in adverse weather and the industry's ongoing struggle to balance expansion with safety.
Jason··2 min read
The Beijing Auto Show highlights China's lead in EVs and autonomous intelligence, but industry-wide struggles—seen in Tesla's 11th Cybertruck recall and federal investigations into Avride—underscore ongoing challenges in quality control and safety.
Jason··2 min read
Uber has announced plans through its AV Labs initiative to leverage the vehicles of millions of drivers to build a data sensor grid, providing key environmental data for autonomous driving technology.
Jason··1 min read
Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2, 2026, after 34 years of service, citing an unsustainable surge in jet fuel prices driven by regional conflict.
Kenji··2 min read
Tesla has officially expanded its driverless robotaxi operations into Dallas and Houston, showcasing vehicles operating without human intervention or safety monitors in the front seat.
Jasmine··2 min read
Autonomous vehicles face challenges identifying public safety signals, such as school bus stops. A failed collaboration between Waymo and a school district highlights that AI systems still struggle with societal norms and regulatory adaptability.
Jessy··2 min read
Amazon-owned Zoox is expanding its robotaxi testing to Austin and Miami; after two years of testing, it is nearing commercial service launch.
Jason··2 min read
The U.S. federal government has greenlit a massive pilot program for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with tests planned across 26 states starting this summer. Eight proposals were selected to fly even ahead of full FAA certification to accelerate urban air mobility. This national effort aims to prevent fragmented state-level regulations and synergize with ground-based autonomous tech like Zoox's robotaxis, though concerns over noise and privacy remain key public hurdles.
Jason··3 min read