Self-Driving Cars: Steering Wheel Debate & Future Regulations
NHTSA head suggests ending steering wheel requirements for fully autonomous vehicles, sparking debate on safety and accessibility for first responders.
AV Charging Noise Disrupts Santa Monica Residents: Waymo Ordered to Halt
Santa Monica residents protest Waymo's AV charging stations due to noise and disruption. City orders halt to overnight operations. Finding suitable AV charging locations is a growing challenge.
US Immigration Raid at LG Plant Sparks Outrage
A US immigration raid at an LG battery plant near Hyundai's EV factory detained hundreds, mainly Korean nationals, sparking outrage and threatening US-South Korea relations. Autonomous vehicles are also coming to public transit.
Waymo & Toyota: Self-Driving Car Partnership
Waymo and Toyota discuss a partnership to expand self-driving car technology to personally owned vehicles, aiming for enhanced road safety and improved mobility. Focus on autonomous driving, future tech.
BrightDrop Pause, Tariffs Impact Automakers, Waymo Gains Traction
GM pauses BrightDrop van production. Tariffs may significantly increase auto costs. Waymo robotaxis gain popularity via Uber in Austin, signaling autonomous vehicle growth. Structural change ahead.