Autonomous Vehicles
Tesla Integrates Grok AI in Latest FSD v14.2 Update Amid Global Expansion and Hardware Shifts
The early 2026 software rollout brings xAI's Grok into the cockpit and introduces 'Arrival Options,' even as vision-based driving challenges persist.
Regulatory red light: US expands probe into Tesla's autonomous systems
Federal regulators have launched a sweeping investigation into nearly 3 million Tesla vehicles, citing concerns over traffic violations and performance in low visibility, marking a critical turning point for autonomous driving oversight.
Waymo Stalls in SF Blackout: Infrastructure Reliance Exposes AV Vulnerabilities
A massive power outage in San Francisco left Waymo robotaxis stranded at darkened intersections, forcing a service suspension and sparking debate over autonomous vehicle resilience during infrastructure failures.
Tesla Removes Human Safety Monitors in Austin Robotaxi Tests, Signaling Major Shift in Autonomous Strategy
The electric vehicle giant advances toward unsupervised FSD with new testing protocols in Texas, though regulatory divides and safety concerns remain significant hurdles.
The Safety Paradox: Waymo Data Claims Superiority Over Humans Despite Rising Incident Counts
As Waymo surpasses 50 million autonomous miles, a complex picture emerges: statistically significant reductions in injury rates compared to human drivers, clashing with a growing absolute number of fender benders and regulatory scrutiny.
Rivian's Lidar Pivot: A Lifeline for Luminar and a Reality Check for Autonomy
Rivian's confirmation of lidar integration in its Gen 3 platform has sent Luminar shares climbing, signaling a broader industry rejection of camera-only solutions.
Data vs. Distrust: Waymo Defends Robotaxi Safety Record Amidst Scrutiny and Expansion
Armed with new studies from Swiss Re and internal crash data, Alphabet's autonomous unit argues it has surpassed human safety benchmarks, even as software recalls and public skepticism persist.