Connected and Autonomous Vehicles:
- NTSB Takes Aim at Level 2 Semi-Autonomous Driving Systems After Fatal Crashes. “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.”
- Waymo’s Robot Car Testing Ends in NYC After Permits Expire.
- Rivian Signs Autonomous Delivery Deal With DoorDash, Funding Reaches $500M.
WeRide’s Robotaxi GXR fleet in Dubai (Uber). - WeRide and Uber Launch Fully Driverless Robotaxi Fare-Charging Operations in Dubai. “WeRide WRD -1.30%↓ and Uber UBER -0.55%↓ launched fully driverless robotaxi fare-charging operations in Dubai, as part of the first batch of Level 4 robotaxis to enter commercial service in the city.”
- Tesla Expands Unsupervised Robotaxi Geofence in Austin.
- 300,000 Vehicles Now Connected to OnStar in Mexico.
- Can Verizon’s Strong Automotive Connectivity Solutions Drive Growth?
