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RIVN16.427-0.523%
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F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.427-0.523%
CYD42.0200.15%
HMC24.285-0.195%
TM192.200-3.88%
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PAG160.6500.65%
LAD275.025-1.365%
AN203.0650.095%
GPI341.1401.36%
ABG203.8001.79%
SAH71.7900.57%
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GM77.850-0.67%
F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.427-0.523%
CYD42.0200.15%
HMC24.285-0.195%
TM192.200-3.88%
CVNA408.1805.16%
PAG160.6500.65%
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robotaxis

CES 2026 spotlights AI-powered robotaxis, partnerships, and driver-assistance systems as self-driving technology advances.

CES 2026 showcases robotaxi and autonomous vehicle innovations

- January 9, 2026
On the Dash: AI and strategic partnerships are driving renewed progress in autonomous vehicle development. Full Level 5 autonomy remains years away; automakers focus on revenue-generating Level 2 systems. Robotaxi...
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Lucid, Nuro and Uber debut a luxury robotaxi at CES 2026 as autonomous testing begins ahead of a planned Bay Area launch.

Lucid, Nuro and Uber debut luxury robotaxi at CES 2026

- January 9, 2026
On the Dash: Lucid, Nuro and Uber have unveiled a production-intent robotaxi and begun autonomous on-road testing. The luxury electric SUV-based service is targeting a 2026 launch in the San...
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CES 2026 highlights AI, autonomy and robotics as automakers pull back, giving robotaxi companies and mobility startups the spotlight.

Autonomy and AI dominate CES as traditional automakers fade

- January 9, 2026
Welcome back to the latest episode of “The Future of Automotive” on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting...
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Waymo plans software and emergency response updates after a San Francisco power outage stalled robotaxis and drew regulator scrutiny.

Waymo to update robotaxi software after San Francisco power outage

- December 29, 2025
On the Dash: A San Francisco power outage caused Waymo robotaxis to stall, prompting the company to pause service and revise its software. Waymo will update confirmation protocols and emergency...
Autonomous Vehicles Articles
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says its Austin Robotaxi fleet will double by the end of the year.

Musk says Austin Robotaxi fleet will double by year-end

- November 26, 2025
On the Dash: Tesla plans to double its robotaxi fleet in Austin in December, increasing the number of vehicles to roughly 60. The current fleet remains far below Musk’s earlier...
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Tesla robotaxis

Tesla approved to offer robotaxi services in Arizona

- November 19, 2025
On the Dash: Tesla received a permit from Arizona to operate ride-hailing services, advancing its robotaxi plans. Current Tesla Robotaxi services in Austin and San Francisco require human safety monitors. The...
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NHTSA investigates 2,000 Waymo robotaxis after one illegally passed a stopped school bus in Atlanta, raising safety concerns.

Waymo faces NHTSA probe after passing stopped school bus

- October 20, 2025
On the Dash: NHTSA has opened a probe into 2,000 Waymo robotaxis after a vehicle in Atlanta illegally passed a stopped school bus unloading children. The incident involved a fully...
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Stellantis and Pony.ai partner to launch robotaxi testing in Luxembourg, marking the Chinese firm’s second international expansion.

Stellantis, Pony.ai team up to deploy self-driving taxis in Europe

- October 20, 2025
On the Dash: Stellantis and Pony.ai will begin testing robotaxis in Luxembourg before expanding across Europe in 2026. The project combines Pony.ai’s autonomous software with Stellantis’ electric vehicles, starting with...
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Waymo expands to London, marking its second global robotaxi launch after Tokyo and its first entry into Europe.

Waymo to launch robotaxi service in London in 2026

- October 15, 2025
On the Dash: Waymo will launch robotaxi services in London, marking its European debut, with commercial operations expected next year. The company will partner with Moove to operate and maintain...
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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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