Topic: safety drivers
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Tesla Robotaxi Driver Caught Asleep at the Wheel
A Tesla Robotaxi safety driver was filmed repeatedly falling asleep during a ride in San Francisco, raising concerns about the effectiveness of human oversight in the autonomous driving program. The incident occurred as Tesla faces declining profits and an aging lineup while aggressively pursuing...
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Aurora to Deploy Hundreds of Driverless Trucks by 2026
Aurora Innovation plans to deploy hundreds of driverless trucks by 2026, following a rescheduled commercial launch and a temporary, strategic reintroduction of safety drivers. The high-speed highway environment presents unique technical challenges for autonomous trucks, contributing to industry c...
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Waymo to Launch London Robotaxi Service in 2026
Waymo will launch a commercial robotaxi service in London in 2026, pending regulatory approval, as part of its global expansion after Tokyo and recent US cities. The service will use all-electric Jaguar I-Pace vehicles, starting with human safety drivers and progressing to fully driverless operat...
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Tesla's Robotaxi Ambitions Leave Regulators Baffled
Tesla's robotaxi service launch in California is causing confusion among regulators, who question if the company is bypassing oversight to appear operational. Despite Elon Musk's public claims of regulatory approval, internal records show Tesla lacks necessary permits for a true driverless commer...
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Lyft Launches First Robotaxi Service in Atlanta
Lyft has launched its first commercial robotaxi service in Atlanta, partnering with May Mobility and using Toyota Sienna minivans equipped with advanced sensors for autonomous rides in a designated zone. The service includes a safety driver in each vehicle to ensure safety and assist passengers, ...
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Tesla's Full Self-Driving Now Testing in Las Vegas Tunnels
Tesla is testing its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) technology in The Boring Company's Las Vegas tunnels, a controlled but complex environment for real-world application. Despite ongoing testing with safety drivers present, full autonomy is not yet achieved, as human intervention is still require...
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Waymo Cleared to Expand Robotaxi Service Across California
Waymo has received regulatory approval to expand its autonomous vehicle testing and deployment across much of California, including the Bay Area, Sacramento, and a Southern California corridor from Santa Clarita to San Diego. The company must secure additional clearances before offering paid ride...
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May Mobility's Robotaxis to Debut on Uber in Texas This Year
May Mobility will launch its robotaxi service via Uber in Arlington, Texas by year-end, expanding beyond its current shuttle operations in a strategic partnership. Uber adds May Mobility as an autonomous vehicle partner, while the startup transitions from confined areas to the competitive ride-ha...
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