Uber Expands $4,000 Grants For Drivers Who Switch To EVs Eligible Uber drivers across the U.S. can now get a $4,000 grant to switch to an EV, plus other perks. - Uber has expanded its EV grant program to the entirety of the United States. - Eligible drivers can get a $4,000 incentive if they switch to an electric car. - More discounts are available for new Kia EVs and electric cars bought through TrueCar. Uber drivers across the United States can get a $4,000 grant from the ride-hailing giant if they switch to an electric car. The program was initially available to drivers in New York City, California, Massachusetts, and Colorado, and has now been expanded to Uber drivers anywhere in the U.S. The ride-hailing platform says it wants to make it easier for its drivers to switch to an EV at a time when the $7,500 federal tax credit is no longer available, and gas prices are soaring. As before, the “Go Electric” grant is geared toward Platinum and Diamond drivers who switch to an EV and complete 100 eligible rides by December 31, 2026. Drivers can apply for the grant on Uber’s website, with applications processed from April 16, the company said. Besides the $4,000 grant, the ride-hailing enterprise has partnered with Kia for discounts on new electric car purchases. Uber drivers have exclusive access to a $1,000 discount for a new Niro EV or EV6, and $1,500 for a new EV9 SUV. Additionally, the company’s drivers across the country can get a $1,000 discount for any new or used EV bought through the online car marketplace TrueCar. “Uber’s transition to electric is being driven by thousands of drivers making the switch, as the economics of owning an EV continue to improve,” said Andrew Cornelia, Global Head
Apr 2, 2026 · via insideevs.com
DoorDash (DASH) is up 3.5% today. Here is some analysis on what might have caused this price movement. Analysis: The move appears tied to renewed investor optimism around DoorDash’s automation roadmap after a newly announced strategic partnership and investment involving ALSO, a micromobility EV company. The deal signals DoorDash is looking beyond small pilots and toward scaled deployment paths for autonomous last-mile delivery. Details: Sources: PR Newswire, TechCrunch, Associated Press Disclaimer: This price movement analysis was generated with the help of AI. Please double-check the information provided for mistakes. $DASH Insider Trading Activity $DASH insiders have traded $DASH stock on the open market 194 times in the past 6 months. Of those trades, 11 have been purchases and 183 have been sales. Here’s a breakdown of recent trading of $DASH stock by insiders over the last 6 months: - ALFRED LIN has made 11 purchases buying 514,047 shares for an estimated $100,277,150 and 0 sales. - TONY XU (CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER) has made 0 purchases and 6 sales selling 338,411 shares for an estimated $68,040,594. - STANLEY TANG has made 0 purchases and 45 sales selling 161,515 shares for an estimated $34,394,097. - PRABIR ADARKAR (PRESIDENT AND COO) has made 0 purchases and 31 sales selling 135,901 shares for an estimated $26,265,829. - ANDY FANG has made 0 purchases and 34 sales selling 72,160 shares for an estimated $16,025,622. - RAVI INUKONDA (CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER) has made 0 purchases and 18 sales selling 67,190 shares for an estimated $12,604,318. - TIA SHERRINGHAM (GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY) has made 0 purchases and 8 sales selling 27,123 shares for an estimated $4,954,092. - KEITH YANDELL (CHIEF BUSINESS OFFICER) has made 0 purchases and 20 sales selling 17,891 shares for an estimated $3,298,971. - GORDON S LEE (CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER) has made 0
Apr 2, 2026 · via quiverquant.com
This website uses certain cookies, pixels and similar tracking technologies in order enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Certain information collected by that technology may be shared with our third party partners. By continuing to use this website, you agree to the use of these technologies. AP Overland AI Completes Successful Deployment with 3rd Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division at JRTC FORT POLK, La., April 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Overland AI successfully completed an operational deployment with the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division (3-82) at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC), Fort Polk, Louisiana. Over the course of a month-long Combat Training Center rotation, four ULTRA autonomous ground vehicles were fully integrated into the Brigade’s scheme of maneuver. They executed contested logistics, reconnaissance, and counter-UAS missions alongside Soldiers in one of the U.S. Army’s most rigorous operational training environments. “The bar for what autonomous ground vehicles can do inside a military formation is being set right now, and 3-82 helped us set it,” said Byron Boots, co-founder and chief executive officer of Overland AI. “We watched Soldiers take ownership of our autonomous ground vehicles by expanding to broad ranges of mission sets on their own. That tells us we are building the right capability for the warfighter.” The deployment marks a significant milestone in validating autonomous ground vehicle technology at the Brigade level under realistic large-scale combat operations (LSCO) conditions, with direct observation by Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George during the rotation. 3-82 Soldiers loading ULTRA AGV for resupply mission at JRTC. Operational Results Four ULTRA autonomous ground vehicles demonstrated clear operational value across multiple mission types during the rotation, operating across 10+ kilometer maneuver distances in day and night conditions: Contested Logistics: Resupply operations powered by ULTRA reduced distribution
Apr 2, 2026 · via gazettextra.com
The National Transportation Safety Board has concluded its investigation into two fatal 2024 crashes involving Ford Mustang Mach-E models operating in semi-autonomous driving modes, and the organization recommended significant oversight into future use of SAE Level 2 autonomous driving systems during a public board meeting on Tuesday. Both accidents involved in the investigation involved Mach-Es traveling at highway speeds while using Ford's semi-autonomous BlueCruise system before striking stationary objects, resulting in fatal injuries for other drivers involved in San Antonio, Texas and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The safety investigation arm cited ineffective driver monitoring systems, driver inattention, speeding, and contradictory advanced driver assistance system use as factors in the deadly crashes. However, NTSB officials also took the opportunity to express broader concerns about semi-autonomous driving systems. "This investigation highlights the urgent need for stronger safety standards and better oversight of automated driving systems,” NTSB chairwoman Jennifer Homendy said at the March 31 public hearing. “Manufacturers and federal regulators must ensure these technologies are designed, monitored and implemented in ways that keep all our road users safe. We cannot take a ‘hands off’ approach to hands-free driving technology. Lives depend on it." Currently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation do not heavily regulate SAE Level 2 semi-autonomous driving systems. Similarly, there is no federal requirement for vehicles using L2 semi-autonomous setups to record data during crashes. This means most automakers can't comply with the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s standing general order to provide certain data following crashes involving L2-operating vehicles, which leaves federal safety regulators and investigators to pick up the pieces themselves after a crash. "And [NHTSA's] primary focus has been on higher levels of automation. So, robotaxis and higher levels. While the issue with partial automation or Level Two systems has not received anywhere near
Apr 2, 2026 · via roadandtrack.com
FREMONT, Calif., April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta, a global leader in power management and smart green solutions, today announced that over one million industrial vehicles across North America and worldwide have been charged by its MOOV Series wired and wireless charging solutions, marking a major milestone in the electrification of automated logistics and material-handling operations. The installed base includes automated guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), forklifts, and heavy-duty industrial vehicles operating in high-throughput warehouses and manufacturing environments. Dave Morse, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Industrial Automation Strategic Business Platform (IASBP), said, "Reaching the milestone of one million industrial vehicles charged reflects the trust global logistics operators and vehicle manufacturers place in Delta's charging solutions to support mission-critical logistics operations. Our MOOV portfolio provides the reliable and scalable charging infrastructure designed to keep automated fleets running efficiently in demanding 24/7 environments." Delta's MOOV charging portfolio supports a power range from 1 to 30 kW and includes both conductive and inductive charging solutions, enabling flexible charging strategies for a wide variety of industrial vehicles — from AGVs and AMRs to high-power applications such as electric forklifts. These technologies allow operators to implement centralized fast-charging stations or distributed opportunities charging embedded directly into operational workflows, helping maximize vehicle availability while optimizing energy usage across large, automated fleets. The MOOVair Wireless Charging Systems enable contactless charging without mechanical connectors, allowing vehicles to charge during short operational pauses or directly within automated processes. This reduces wear, lowers maintenance requirements, and improves system availability, particularly in demanding industrial environments where dust, vibration, and high utilization rates can challenge traditional plug-in charging systems. Complementing the wireless solutions, the MOOVbase Modular Charging Systems provide scalable fast-charging infrastructure for large and expanding fleets. Designed for continuous industrial use, the MOOVbase Series have completed more
Apr 2, 2026 · via prnewswire.com
The day the robotaxis froze • 3 min read TL;DR: A few days ago, over 100 Baidu robotaxis halted on highways in Wuhan, China—the second mass robotaxi failure in a little under four months. These incidents show how centralized cloud systems make robotaxis especially vulnerable to shutdowns—and reveal the lack of a clear contingency plan when an army of driverless cars goes dark at once. What happened: On Tuesday, over 100 Baidu Apollo Go robotaxis suddenly came to a stop in the middle of Wuhan’s busy, winding expressways. Though there were some collisions, no injuries have been reported, and Chinese authorities attributed the incident to a “system malfunction.” These driverless cars didn’t pull over to an emergency lane—they just halted where they were, some in the fast lane with traffic streaming past on both sides. Robotaxi systems are generally designed to pull over to a safe location when something goes wrong. In this case, they didn’t—and it’s not yet clear why. Some passengers reported that in-car SOS buttons didn’t work, and one college student told Wired it took 30 minutes to even connect to a customer service rep—and help never came. What makes robotaxis vulnerable: Robotaxi companies run their fleet on a centralized cloud with shared systems for routing, navigation, and remote assistance. When there’s a major hiccup in that infrastructure, it can take down a huge number of connected vehicles in the fleet at the same time. When the system fails, there’s not always a human driver who can grab the wheel, especially as many commercial robotaxi fleets no longer place human safety drivers (as they did during testing) in the vehicle. Robo-car crash pileup: This wasn’t the first time robotaxis have come to a standstill. Last December, when a massive blackout in San Francisco knocked out city traffic
Apr 2, 2026 · via techbrew.com
Mass Robotaxi Failure Grinds a Chinese City’s Traffic to a Standstill When your ride suddenly stops working, you call customer service. When 100+ robotaxis freeze simultaneously in downtown traffic, you call the police. That’s exactly what happened Tuesday in Wuhan, China, where Baidu’s Apollo Go fleet experienced a mass system failure that turned busy streets into a self-driving car graveyard. Digital Gridlock Hits Reality Police blame suspected system malfunction as viral videos capture the chaos. The simultaneous shutdown stranded passengers and blocked roads across the city center. Wuhan police, investigating through official Weibo channels, attributed the halt to a suspected system malfunction. No injuries were reported, though social media erupted with videos showing motionless robotaxis creating impromptu traffic jams. One clip suggests a possible highway collision occurred during the outage—exactly the scenario that keeps transportation officials awake at night. The viral footage spread faster than you could say “autonomous vehicle,” turning what should have been routine Tuesday commutes into a tech industry cautionary tale. Baidu’s Expansion Ambitions Meet Reality Check The company operates robotaxis in dozens of Chinese cities but remains silent on the malfunction. Baidu hasn’t commented publicly on Tuesday’s incident, despite operating Apollo Go services across dozens of Chinese cities. The timing stings particularly hard given the company’s aggressive international push. Just months ago, Uber and Lyft announced partnerships with Baidu for UK trials starting in 2026, pending regulatory approval. You can almost hear British transport officials reaching for the pause button. When your technology promises seamless mobility but delivers traffic-stopping glitches instead, international expansion becomes significantly more complicated. When Autonomous Vehicles Go Rogue This incident joins a growing list of high-profile robotaxi failures worldwide. Tuesday’s meltdown isn’t an isolated glitch in the matrix. December 2025 saw a San Francisco power outage disable Waymo’s entire fleet citywide, creating
Apr 2, 2026 · via autos.yahoo.com
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority has begun seeking proposals for a pilot program that could include retrofitting JTA buses and passenger vehicles with autonomous technology, an early indication of interest in expanding self-driving public transit beyond Downtown. In the request for proposals, filed as P-26-014, JTA says it “is soliciting innovative technology solutions through a structured Test & Learn Research & Development (R&D) program. “This includes but (is) not limited to the following Areas: Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Operations, Smart Connected Infrastructure, and related Safety Technologies that will be appropriate for the Pilot deployment of the AVs and technology surrounding it in support of the Ultimate Urban Circulator (U²C) Project in the Jacksonville urban core,” the RFP reads. “The JTA sees autonomous technology as an important part of the future of mobility solutions,” Taniel Koushakjian, a JTA spokesperson, wrote in a statement. “While we are committed to ensuring a safe and successful deployment of AVs in downtown Jacksonville through the U2C program, we are also exploring opportunities to deploy this technology in other areas such as our ReadiRide Zones.” In mid-2025, JTA launched its Neighborhood Autonomous Vehicle Innovation system of autonomous shuttles along a 3.5-mile route Downtown, mostly on Bay Street. The NAVI service is part of JTA’s Ultimate Urban Circulator system, or U2C, which, if fully developed, would cost upward of $400 million. NAVI is funded through a mix of state, federal and local funding. The request for proposals comes as JTA develops successive phases of the U2C after starting with the $65 million NAVI component. In a document provided in response to a public records request by the Daily Record, JTA says that respondents to the RFP are “expected to provide an Autonomous Solution(s)” that would include “Autonomous Vehicle Shuttles, Autonomous kit for Automobile Retrofits, Bus Retrofits, and other Autonomous
Apr 2, 2026 · via jaxdailyrecord.com
Robert Ter Waarbeek, principal automotive industry manager EMEA at MathWorks, explains how engineers can advance automotive development with AI-enabled model-based design Automotive development is evolving as software-defined vehicle programs introduce faster feature cycles and more complex system interactions while meeting strict requirements for safety, reliability and long-term maintainability. Gen AI is now part of engineering workflows. It can help increase development speed, but its non-deterministic behavior, lack of physics awareness and limited traceability make it difficult to apply directly to safety-critical systems. These characteristics make verification, certification and traceability challenging when outputs generated by Gen AI are introduced without constraints. Model-based design addresses these issues through deterministic execution, executable specifications and physics-based simulation. MathWorks is bringing these strengths together by integrating Gen AI assistance directly into model-based design tooling, enabling engineers to benefit from accelerated workflows while preserving the rigor required for long-term reliability and certification of automotive software. Simulation as the foundation of trust Simulation is the foundation of trust in engineering workflows assisted by Gen AI. It provides a controlled environment where system behavior can be verified early and repeatedly. Model‑based design enables closed‑loop simulation within continuous development pipelines, enabling Gen AI‑assisted artifacts to be validated continuously in virtual environments long before software reaches hardware. Closed-loop simulation uncovers defects that emerge only from real‑time interaction between software, hardware and physical dynamics, such as instability, timing issues, saturation and integration errors. Unlike regular software tests that validate code logic in isolation, simulation validates system behavior against requirements under realistic operating conditions, catching safety‑ and performance‑critical issues much earlier. In leading organizations, ‘shift left’ is not a one-time activity; virtual verification is embedded directly into continuous integration/continuous development (CI/CD) pipelines. Every change triggers automated builds and simulation runs, exercising models against representative scenarios and acceptance criteria. Verification becomes continuous, not
Apr 2, 2026 · via automotivetestingtechnologyinternational.com
WeRide and Grab launch Singapore’s first autonomous public ride service WeRide a specialist in autonomous driving technology, and Grab Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, have officially commenced public operations for the Ai.R (Autonomously Intelligent Ride) service in Punggol. Starting today, the public can experience Singapore's first autonomous passenger service ever deployed within a residential estate. The transition to public service follows what is described as a 'rigorous community engagement phase'. Since January 2026, more than 1,000 passengers – including Punggol residents and community leaders – trialled the service and provided feedback that has improved the ride experience. To date, the Ai.R fleet has safely clocked 30,000km of autonomous mileage. "WeRide is proud to deliver Singapore's first autonomous public ride service in the Punggol district. This achievement reflects our technological readiness and shared commitment with Grab to advance the future of urban mobility. Our GXR vehicles already operate as taxis in China, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, providing safe and reliable point-to-point on-demand transport to our riders. We look forward to bringing the same proven performance to Singapore, in close coordination with local authorities, as operations scale and mature," said Dr. Kerry Xu, General Manager of Singapore at WeRide. "Grab is delighted to be bringing the first autonomous vehicle service in a residential area to the public. This service is about more than just deploying state-of-the-art AVs, it is about building a future where technology and the community move forward together. By integrating autonomous rides into the daily lives of Punggol residents and upskilling Grab’s driver-partners into new roles, we are ensuring that the benefits of innovation are shared by all. We are excited to take this significant step toward a more seamless, inclusive and sustainable transport ecosystem for Singapore,” said Alejandro Osorio, Managing Director of Grab Singapore. Empowering driver-partners for new
Apr 2, 2026 · via autos.yahoo.com
Robotaxis operated by Baidu’s Apollo Go stalled throughout Wuhan, China, in some cases trapping passengers for up to two hours, according to multiple media reports as well as numerous video and social media posts.
Baidu has not shared what caused the widespread outage. However, local police said it was a “system failure” that affected at least 100 robotaxis, Reuters reported. The unknown technical error caused robotaxis to suddenly freeze — and sometimes in dangerous spots such as the fast lane of roadways, according to Wired. Police are still investigating the matter.
Baidu did not respond to TechCrunch’s emailed request for comment.
Baidu is one of the largest robotaxi operators in China and has expanded to the Middle East. Last year, the company said it planned to deploy a fleet of more than 1,000 autonomous vehicles in Dubai over the next few years.
The recent Baidu outage is the latest incident to raise questions about the safety of robotaxis and their impact on local communities. And it’s not just isolated to China. A widespread power outage in California last December wiped out traffic lights, causing Waymo vehicles to become stuck.
Apr 2, 2026 · via techcrunch.com
Welcome to The On-Ramp, the newsletter published by Venable's Autonomous and Connected Mobility Team. The On-Ramp explores legal and policy developments in the world of autonomous and connected vehicles, smart infrastructure, electrification, and other emerging automotive and mobility technologies, from Capitol Hill to the U.S. Department of Transportation and beyond. In recent months, the U.S. Department of Transportation and Congress have continued to advance policies to shape the future of emerging transportation technologies, particularly in the autonomous vehicle (AV) space. The department is moving forward with efforts to update safety standards, advance rulemakings, and engage stakeholders on automated driving systems, while also supporting innovation across areas such as advanced air mobility and infrastructure. At the same time, lawmakers are actively examining a range of transportation technology issues, including AVs, vehicle safety, and national security, signaling ongoing interest in developing bipartisan frameworks to govern these technologies. U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) NHTSA Publishes Third Biannual Report to Congress on ADAS Research and Rulemaking On March 18, 2026, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published its third biannual report to Congress summarizing the agency's research and rulemaking activities on automated driving systems (ADS). The report describes several updates at the agency following its second biannual report published in July 2025. Specifically, the report highlights the confirmation of Jonathan Morrison as NHTSA administrator, the expansion of NHTSA's Automated Vehicle Exemption Program for domestic manufacturers, and the Safety Research Portfolio Public Meeting and ADS Workshop held in November 2025. The report also provides updates on research in categories related to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) compliance; system safety performance assessment; component and subsystem testing and functional safety; and crashworthiness and alternative cabin design. On the rulemaking side, the report discusses three rulemaking actions listed in the spring 2025 Unified Agenda of Regulatory
Apr 1, 2026 · via jdsupra.com
Tesla has expanded the geofence for its unsupervised “Robotaxi” service in Austin, Texas, growing the area where vehicles can operate without a safety monitor inside the car. But social media sightings indicate that only a handful of vehicles — somewhere between 4 and 8 Model Ys — are actually running without a human safety monitor. And even those still operate under remote supervision from Tesla. Expanding the map, not the fleet The service area expansion is part of a pattern Tesla has followed since launching its robotaxi pilot in Austin in June 2025. The overall robotaxi geofence in Austin has grown to roughly 245 square miles — about 12 times its original 20-square-mile footprint — through a series of expansions over the past several months. But there’s a massive disconnect between the size of the map and the number of vehicles actually operating without supervision. According to tracking data and social media sightings, the unsupervised fleet consists of fewer than a dozen vehicles, with only a few operating at the same time. The total Austin fleet sits at roughly 37-42 vehicles, with the vast majority still carrying safety monitors. But now the “unsupervised” Tesla robotaxies can operate in a slightly larger area of the overall service area in Austin: It’s also worth emphasizing what “unsupervised” means in Tesla’s context. There’s no human safety monitor inside the car, but Tesla still remotely supervises these vehicles. Earlier in the program, that supervision involved physical chase cars trailing the robotaxis; now it appears to involve remote monitoring. Either way, these are not vehicles operating fully independently. Years behind schedule The expansion is real progress, but it needs to be placed in the context of what Tesla actually promised. CEO Elon Musk has a long, well-documented history of missing his own autonomous driving deadlines.
Apr 1, 2026 · via electrek.co
Nexscient(R) Acquires Flipside AI, Completing a $6.2M Deal to Expand Physical AI Data Capabilities Rhea-AI Summary Nexscient (OTCQB:NXNT) closed its acquisition of Philippines-based Flipside AI for approximately $6.20 million on April 1, 2026, acquiring 100% of Flipside's shares via $600,000 cash, a $450,000 convertible promissory note, and 6,846,000 restricted Nexscient shares. The deal adds Physical AI data engineering, 2D/3D vision, LiDAR, sensor-fusion and multimodal curation capabilities and appoints Flipside founder Anthony S. De Luna as Nexscient CTO and director to lead technical integration. Positive - Acquisition closed for $6.20M consideration - Adds Physical AI data engineering and multimodal pipelines - Appointed Anthony S. De Luna as CTO and director - Acquires 100% of Flipside AI shares Negative - Issued 6,846,000 restricted shares, creating shareholder dilution - Assumed a $450,000 convertible promissory note as liability - Used $600,000 cash at closing, reducing liquidity Appoints Anthony De Luna to Board of Directors, Names Him Chief Technology Officer LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / April 1, 2026 / Nexscient, Inc. (OTCQB:NXNT), a leading innovator in artificial intelligence applications and intelligent enterprise solutions, today announced the successful closing of its previously announced acquisition of Flipside Digital Content Company, Inc. ("Flipside AI"), a Philippines-based leader in AI data engineering, and the appointment of Anthony S. De Luna, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Flipside AI, as Chief Technology Officer of Nexscient. Mr. De Luna was also appointed to Nexscient's Board of Directors. With the transaction now complete, Nexscient has acquired "The closing of this acquisition marks a defining milestone for Nexscient," said Fred E. Tannous, President & Chief Executive Officer of Nexscient, Inc. "Flipside's specialized expertise in deep annotation and meta labeling for Physical AI, combined with their proven operational infrastructure and talented global workforce, gives us an immediate competitive advantage in one of
Apr 1, 2026 · via stocktitan.net
Waymo Goes On Houston Road—It Wasn’t Prepared For Houston Drivers: 'We About To Have Waymo Road Rage Incidents' 'Houston is probably the worst place to have Waymos.' A woman is going viral on TikTok after sharing what appears to be the aftermath of a crash involving a Waymo vehicle and an 18-wheeler. Lucia Molina (@lmolina2384), who suggests that she’s based in Houston, filmed the scene as she drove past and added her own take in the text overlay. "I don’t think Waymos are built for Houston drivers," she wrote. In the clip, the Waymo appears to have been merging into the left lane on a Houston highway before being rear-ended by the truck. It’s not clear what led up to the crash, but the impact caused a backup that stretched for miles. Molina said the slowdown was significant. "Took me 30 mins to get like 2 miles," she wrote in the caption. As of this writing, the video has more than 240,400 views. In a statement to Motor1, a Waymo spokesperson said, "An autonomous vehicle with a specialist behind the wheel was traveling in Houston when it merged into the left lane of a road and a semi truck made contact with the back bumper and became lodged under the Waymo vehicle. Both vehicles came to a stop and 911 was called. The truck was eventually able to dislodge and both vehicles departed. There are no reported injuries." Since When Are Waymos In Houston—And On Highways? According to Waymo, its presence in Houston is relatively new, and it’s still in the early stages. The company began rolling out its driverless ride service in the city in February, starting in central neighborhoods like downtown, Montrose, River Oaks, and the Heights, according to Click 2 Houston. Access is limited for now, with
Apr 1, 2026 · via motor1.com
Lucid Gravity SUV Recognized as the 2026 World Luxury Car of the Year NEWARK, Calif., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), maker of the world's most advanced software-defined vehicles and technologies, today announced that the Lucid Gravity has been named 2026 World Luxury Car of the Year by the esteemed World Car Awards program. In an awards category open to electric, hybrid, and internal-combustion vehicles, Lucid's all-electric SUV was recognized by a global jury of more than 100 acclaimed automotive journalists from around the globe. Lucid is now 2-for-2 in this award category, with the Lucid Air sedan named World Luxury Car of the Year in 2023. Now in its 22nd year, the World Car Awards aim to recognize, reward and inspire automotive excellence, leadership and innovation in a rapidly changing automotive industry on a global scale. "This recognition reflects the strength of Lucid's product vision and the exceptional execution of our team," said Marc Winterhoff, Interim CEO of Lucid. "Lucid Gravity brings together the space and versatility of a full-size SUV with sports‑car‑like driving dynamics and a refined luxury experience, enabled by our proprietary technology and engineering. Together, these qualities set a new benchmark for what a world‑class luxury SUV can be." On and off the road, Gravity's exceptional performance starts with a brand-new platform developed from the ground up as a sporty SUV. Featuring two motors, all-wheel drive, and a standard adjustable air suspension, it's an SUV that delivers a smooth, comfortable ride for passengers on any road, even when the pavement ends and the trail begins. The Lucid Gravity's available rear-axle steering system enhances high-speed driving dynamics for exceptional handling on winding roads and makes day-to-day driving easier than ever by shortening the space needed for the vehicle to maneuver through tight city
Apr 1, 2026 · via prnewswire.com
Rivian's E-Bike Spinoff Will Make Autonomous Delivery Bots For Bike Lanes Also, the micromobility company that spun out of Rivian last year, struck a deal with DoorDash to develop self-driving vehicles. Rivian spin-off Also plans to branch out into the autonomous vehicle space. The company, which unveiled its first product last year, announced on Tuesday that it will work with DoorDash to develop and deploy self-driving delivery vehicles. "The intersection of roads and road-adjacent spaces, such as bike lanes, shoulders and curbsides, are the areas that make up the hardest part of the last-mile delivery puzzle," the company said in a press release. "This partnership is focused on unlocking those spaces." DoorDash is investing in Also as part of its $200 million Series C funding round, which values it at $1 billion. ALSO TM-B Also unveiled its first line of products in October: a high-end e-bike called the TM-B, plus a pedal-assist quad called the TM-Q that will be available in both commercial and consumer variants. The vehicles share a basic technology platform that includes a novel pedal-by-wire system and the same battery cells that power Rivians. Its first bikes will be delivered this spring. Amazon plans to deploy the TM-Q for urban deliveries. Now Also is broadening its ambitions beyond human-driven vehicles. In a way, the move shouldn't be all that surprising. Rivian, whose e-bike project eventually turned into the standalone company, has made self-driving technology increasingly central to its future as of late. It aims to bring lidar to the R2 later this year and roll out eyes-off driving features in 2027. It announced plans to make its own self-driving chips. This month, it struck a deal with Uber potentially worth $1.25 billion to add up to 50,000 R2 robotaxis to the ride-hailing platform. Also TM-Q It's not
Apr 1, 2026 · via insideevs.com
In National First, Beijing Launches Dedicated Self-Driving Car Insurance Beijing has become the first Chinese city to launch dedicated commercial insurance for assisted and self-driving vehicles, signaling a strong push toward broader adoption of autonomous driving technologies. Announced on Sunday by the Beijing Regulatory Bureau of the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), the insurance policies will be developed by the Insurance Association of China and offer differentiated coverage based on vehicle autonomy levels, covering Levels 2 to 4 of the six-level ranking system. Coverage for Level 2, partially automated vehicles — the most widely deployed form of automation currently — will be the most comprehensive, spanning self-driving hardware and software upgrades, which traditional car insurance policies currently lack. Previously, limited insurance coverage for self-driving cars was available as an add-on to standard policies purchased through insurance companies or automakers. However, existing policies are largely based on human-driver scenarios, with limited coverage for system failures or cybersecurity risks, and do not always cover hardware, such as upgraded driver-assistance systems. The policies will initially apply to new vehicles, allowing new car owners to choose between the new policies and existing auto insurance. A list of eligible models and automakers will be released in batches following evaluation. The move is expected to push automakers and insurers to upgrade their systems and enhance data-sharing mechanisms. As for higher-level self-driving vehicles, the policies will only apply to those that have undergone testing or received road approval in Beijing in accordance with regulations. Experts applauded the move, describing existing self-driving car insurance as inadequate, with terms varying across automakers. “Currently, autonomous driving insurance is more like a fallback solution provided by automakers or autonomous driving system suppliers, rather than a true insurance product,” an industry insider told domestic media. “In essence, it resembles a corporate commitment.
Apr 1, 2026 · via sixthtone.com
SUNRISE, Fla. â Michael White always aims to please. Whether it was during his latest job as Chief Product Officer for Amazonâs autonomous vehicle company, Zoox, or a focal point of one of his senior leadership roles with the The Walt Disney Company, the veteran executive has made a career out of serving consumers. In his role as President of Business Operations with the Florida Panthers, that wonât change. âEverything is going to be in service of the fan,â White said during his introductory press conference at Amerant Bank Arena on Tuesday. âThe opportunity is pretty massive here.â Itâs also an opportunity that was too good to pass up. Despite being very happy in his role overseeing the business development worldâs first purpose-built autonomous robotaxi with Amazon, White was lured to the world of sports after speaking with the leadership group of the Panthers, including owner Vincent Viola. During the interview process, the entire Viola family gave the thumbs up.  âMike comes from a very accomplished career as a visionary, creative, innovative leader,â Viola said of Whiteâs long and impressive resume. âHe was one of the early entrepreneurs around technology. ⦠Weâre honored. The whole purpose of this organization is to respect our fans and provide them the absolute best experience in sports, both on the ice and off the ice. We toil at that, probably obsess at that, and hopefully weâre getting better and better at that. Choosing Mike to take the helm was a significant decision for the family.â
Apr 1, 2026 · via nhl.com
In February, Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) sent letters to seven U.S. companies working on autonomous vehicle technology with a list of questions. He especially wanted to know how often these companies’ vehicles — operated by Aurora, May Mobility, Motional, Nuro, Tesla, Waymo, and Zoox — rely on input from remote staff. They all refused to say, according to the results of Markey’s investigation, which were released Tuesday. The information published by Markey’s office is the latest example of how hesitant autonomous vehicle companies are to share details about how their operations truly work — despite the fact that they are all experimenting with this technology on public roads. “This report has revealed a stunning lack of transparency from the AV companies around their use of [remote assistance operators] to help guide their AVs. The investigation exposed a patchwork of safety practices across the industry, with significant variation in operator qualifications, response times, and overseas staffing, all without any federal standards governing these operations,” Markey’s office wrote in its report. Markey said Tuesday that he is calling on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to investigate these companies’ use of remote assistance workers, and that he is “working on legislation to impose strict guardrails on AV companies’ use of remote operators.” TechCrunch has reached out to each company named. Waymo and Nuro declined to comment. Aurora and May Mobility said they appreciated working with Markey’s office. The others didn’t respond to requests for comment. Markey launched his investigation in February after a hearing of the Senate Commerce Committee was held on the future of self-driving cars. During the hearing, Waymo’s chief safety officer Mauricio Peña spoke about how the company’s vehicles sometimes need guidance from “remote assistance” staff when they get stuck in tricky or unexpected scenarios. Peña also revealed that
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