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robotaxi
Technology Tesla Says It’s Building a Wheelchair-Accessible Robotaxi
Tesla revealed plans for a wheelchair-accessible robotaxi during a DC City Council hearing. The company is developing the vehicle in Texas but provided no timeline. Currently no US robotaxi company offers fully accessible driverless rides.
Technology Uber's Autonomous Vehicle Strategy: Lobbying to Slow Robotaxi Adoption to Protect Its Business Model
Uber is lobbying for 'hybrid network' laws that would require human drivers to serve 85% of rides for three years in autonomous vehicle deployments. The strategy, outlined by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, aims to make Uber the go-to platform for all robotaxi operators. Proposed legislation in New Jersey and Washington DC could force autonomous vehicle developers like Waymo and Tesla to partner with existing ride-hail apps.
Technology Waymo Recalls 3,871 Robotaxis Over Risk of Driving Into Freeway Construction Zones
Waymo has filed a safety recall with NHTSA for 3,871 vehicles after its autonomous cars entered closed freeway construction zones. The issue stems from a software logic failure that prioritizes hazard avoidance over recognizing work zones. No collisions were reported, but Waymo has restricted all freeway operations until an over-the-air fix is deployed.