TechCrunch Mobility: Searching for the robotaxi tipping point
TechCrunch Mobility explores the evolving landscape of robotaxis, highlighting Waymo’s expansion into new U.S. cities and Tesla’s recent regulatory approval for its autonomous service. The article questions when robotaxis...
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Tesla FSD software may not be approved by EU regulator after all
Tesla’s plans for EU approval of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software may face delays after the Dutch regulator RDW clarified it requires a demonstration before February 2026. The company...
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China’s Pony.ai plans to triple global robotaxi fleet by the end of 2026
Pony.ai, a Chinese autonomous vehicle company, aims to triple its robotaxi fleet to 3,000 vehicles by 2026. The company currently operates 961 robotaxis and plans to reach 1,000 units...
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The Zelos-450 Pellet Grill Has Features Missing on Grills Triple Its Price
The Zelos-450 pellet grill introduces AI-driven recipe customization, but its features fall short of practical usefulness. Despite its AI ‘Vera’ tool’s limited effectiveness in creating balanced recipes, the grill...
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This Khosla-backed startup can track drones, trucks, and robotaxis, inch by inch
Point One Navigation, a San Francisco-based startup, secured $35 million in Series C funding, boosting its valuation to $230 million. The company specializes in precise location technology for vehicles,...
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Google Maps adds Gemini-powered tips section, EV charger availability predictions, and more
Google Maps is introducing new features to enhance user experience, including a Gemini-powered ‘know before you go’ section that provides practical tips for places like restaurants and concert venues....
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Tesla receives ride-hailing permit in Arizona in last required step to launch robotaxi service
Tesla has secured a ride-hailing permit in Arizona, marking the final regulatory hurdle for its robotaxi service launch. The automaker applied for the Transportation Network Company permit on November...
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Monarch Tractor sued over tractors that were ‘unable to operate autonomously’
Monarch Tractor faces a lawsuit from Burks Tractor, an Idaho dealership, alleging the company misrepresented its autonomous tractor capabilities. The dealership claims the 10 purchased tractors failed to operate...
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