Amazon has launched its robotaxi service in San Francisco, directly challenging Google’s Waymo. The move marks a significant step in the race to dominate autonomous urban transportation.
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I took my first Waymo robotaxi ride as the service expands to new cities. The experience was smooth, but I was surprised by the price, which remains notably higher than Uber and Lyft fares, raising questions about cost competitiveness.
Tesla’s robotaxi plans face hurdles as human drivers remain behind the wheel amid lack of permits and regulatory uncertainty. The company’s vision meets real-world challenges in the evolving autonomous ride market.
GM is ceasing funding for its Cruise autonomous vehicle unit, effectively abandoning its robotaxi ambitions. The move marks a significant setback in the race for self-driving commercial services.
General Motors is set to exit its loss-making Cruise robotaxi business, Reuters reports. The move marks a shift in GM’s autonomous vehicle strategy amid ongoing financial challenges in the sector.