TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
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autonomous vehicles

Stellantis halts its Level 3 driver-assistance program, shifting software strategy to suppliers amid costs and limited consumer demand.

Stellantis halts Level 3 driver-assistance program amid cost and demand concerns

- August 26, 2025
On the Dash: Stellantis has shelved its Level 3 driver-assistance program due to high costs, technical challenges, and limited consumer demand. The automaker is shifting reliance to suppliers and focusing...
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Waymo, NYC

Waymo granted permit to start testing autonomous driving in NYC

- August 22, 2025
On the Dash: Waymo received its first permit to operate up to eight vehicles in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn, marking the city’s first AV testing program. A driver must remain...
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NHTSA is investigating Tesla for delays in reporting crashes tied to Autopilot and FSD, adding pressure as robotaxi plans expand.

NHTSA probes Tesla over delayed crash reports tied to driver-assistance systems

- August 22, 2025
On the Dash: NHTSA is investigating Tesla for repeatedly delaying crash reports tied to its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems. The probe will determine if Tesla has fully complied with...
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BofA says autonomous vehicles could boost insurer profits by shifting liability to automakers and reshaping the $400B U.S. market.

Autonomous vehicles could boost insurers’ profits, BofA says

- August 22, 2025
On the Dash: Autonomous vehicles could shift liability to automakers, boosting insurer profitability. Rising accident severity may limit cost savings from self-driving technology. The $400 billion U.S. auto insurance market...
Articles Autonomous Vehicles
Lauren Fix discusses Trump’s AI order, its impact on robotaxi growth, and the safety challenges that could slow adoption.

Lauren Fix on Trump’s AI push and the future of robotaxis

- August 14, 2025
President Trump signed an executive order in January aimed at accelerating AI development. Some believe that this will open doors to exponential growth, while others are concerned about the breakneck...
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Amazon Zoox, robotaxi

Zoox receives federal approval to deploy robotaxis

- August 7, 2025
Amazon-backed Zoox has received a federal exemption from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that allows it to deploy self-driving vehicles without traditional manual controls like steering wheels or...
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Tesla’s next-gen Full Self-Driving model aims to improve video performance and AI capabilities, with a potential launch by late August.

Tesla gears up to release major Full Self-Driving upgrade next month

- August 6, 2025
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the company is training an upgraded Full Self-Driving (FSD) model featuring roughly 10 times the parameter size of the current system and enhanced video...
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Trump, deregulation, artificial intelligence (AI), autonomous vehicles (AVs)

Trump’s deregulation of AI and autonomous vehicles: Revolution or risk?

- August 6, 2025
America is entering a new technological era, and it’s not creeping in quietly. It’s roaring onto the scene with President Trump behind the wheel, steering the nation toward a future...
Daily Automotive News Autonomous Vehicles
Waymo

Waymo, Avis to launch robotaxi service in Dallas

- July 29, 2025
Waymo, Alphabet Inc.’s autonomous vehicle division, is launching robotaxi service in Dallas in 2026 through a newly announced multiyear partnership with Avis Budget Group Inc. For the first time, Avis...
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Waymo

Waymo to test autonomous vehicles in Philadelphia this fall

- July 8, 2025
Waymo announced it will begin testing its self-driving technology in Philadelphia as part of its ongoing expansion into northeastern U.S. markets. A limited fleet of manually operated vehicles with human...
Headlines Autonomous Vehicles

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Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
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Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say The automaker plans to shift funding toward Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat while maintaining its broader portfolio. On the Dash: Expect increased product investment and marketing support for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat. Regional and niche brands may see reduced volume but more targeted positioning and shared platforms. Platform-sharing and rebadging strategies could affect inventory mix and model differentiation. Stellantis will concentrate most of its investment on four core brands as CEO Antonio Filosa pushes a turnaround strategy set for release May 21, according to a Reuters exclusive. The automaker has identified Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as its priority brands. It will allocate a “material increase” in funding to them, driven by their stronger global sales and profitability, marking a shift away from the company’s previous approach of distributing investment more evenly across its portfolio. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories delivered straight to your inbox. Stellantis will retain its 14-brand lineup, the largest in the industry, and will not shut down underperforming marques. Instead, the company will reposition secondary brands such as Citroën, Opel and Alfa Romeo to operate in regional or niche roles. These brands will rely on shared platforms and technology developed by the core brands while maintaining distinct styling and market identity. The strategy comes as Stellantis works to regain market share in the United States and Europe while facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers. The company earlier reported a 22.2 billion-euro charge tied to scaling back its EV plans, underscoring the urgency of the strategic shift. Its market valuation has also declined significantly in recent months. To support the transition, Stellantis will expand its use of shared “multi-energy” platforms that support electric, hybrid and internal combustion (ICE) vehicles. Additionally, the company is evaluating rebadging strategies and joint development programs, including collaborations with its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. Executives and investors backing the plan expect the increased focus on core brands to improve efficiency and strengthen financial performance. Analysts say Stellantis could still consider further consolidation if results fall short of expectations. Meta description (140 characters) Stellantis to boost funding for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, shifting strategy while maintaining its 14-brand global portfolio.
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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