Uber plans to launch a robotaxi service with GM Cruise in 2025
Uber and GM Cruise announced a “multi-year strategic partnership” on Thursday to offer self-driving vehicles – often referred to as robotaxis – for rent on the Uber platform. And while much is still unknown about the program, from how much…
Opinion | Driverless technology in Hong Kong focuses on safety, not speed
There is understandably skepticism among the public about autonomous vehicles, with concerns about safety, costs and job losses, among others. However, the potential benefits should encourage Hong Kong to stay on track with the development of self-driving technologies. The city…
Opinion | Driverless technology in Hong Kong focuses on safety, not speed
There is understandably skepticism among the public about autonomous vehicles, with concerns about safety, costs and job losses, among others. However, the potential benefits should encourage Hong Kong to stay on track with the development of self-driving technologies. The city…
Fortescue’s first hydrogen-powered T 264 truck arrives in Pilbara
The hydrogen-powered Liebherr T 264, known as Europe. Photo credit: Liebherr. The prototype of a hydrogen-powered dump truck from Australian mining giant Fortescue, Europedeveloped together with the German-Swiss manufacturer Liebherr, successfully completed the 1,100-kilometer route from Perth to the Pilbara…
Detroit introduces free autonomous shuttle service for the public
Safety of autonomous vehicles under scrutiny: Cruise revelations, Tesla lawsuit Cruise has been offering driverless ride-sharing services for years, but reports suggest the cars have trouble detecting children. Straight Arrow News Detroit will launch its free, round-trip autonomous shuttle service…
