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The Latest Breaking News on Autonomous Vehicles

Bumpy path predicted for self-driving cars in Australia

Australia could cut emissions and car parks by introducing self-driving cars, but the technology could also have unexpected negative effects on roads.

AAP

Tesla faces new questions about how cars in self-driving mode handle poor conditions

Federal auto regulators have escalated a probe of Tesla after several of its cars crashed while using its self-driving feature, just as CEO Elon Musk prepares to roll out a new model with no steering wheel or pedals

The Independent UK

Rivian gets a major boost from Uber to launch 50,000 robotaxis

The companies announced the two US cities where the robotaxis will be launched first

The Independent UK

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Rivian Wins Big With Up To 50,000 R2 Robotaxis Set To Hit The Uber App

Uber will invest up to $1.25 billion in Rivian in the next five years, with an initial batch of 10,000 R2 robotaxis already on order.

InsideEVs

Do We Really Need A Self-Balancing EV Scooter? Omoway Sure Thinks So

The Omoway Omo-X can balance itself, park itself, and even come to you, but does that make it better or just more boring?

RideApart

Who’s taking the wheel? Driverless semis are coming to your road and already being tested in Texas

Industry consensus reportedly suggests that self-driving semis will be ready for the road by 2027

The Independent UK

Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 Robotaxi Could Be Your Next Uber In Las Vegas

The automaker’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary partnered with Uber to deploy its robotaxis in Las Vegas.

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'Immersive Navigation' in Google Maps is like opening a new app for the modern era of driving

Google Maps announced its largest update in a decade, as it completely reworks the driving experience with Immersive Navigation.

Android Central

Ride share app launches ‘women-only ride’ amid discrimination lawsuit

The nationwide rollout proceeds despite an ongoing class-action lawsuit in California, which alleges the policy discriminates against men

The Independent UK

Questions about self-driving cars amplify after one blocked an ambulance responding to Austin shooting

While the encounter didn’t significantly hinder response to the shooting, it has raised concerns about the vehicles as they expand to more Texas cities and before new state regulations kick in.

The Texas Tribune

Driving change: inside the autonomous car revolution

More self-driving cars will navigate streets around the world this year but some are yet to be convinced the technology is roadworthy.

AAP

Tesla Stock Closes Near $403 Amid Geopolitical Pressures and Autonomy Focus

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) shares closed at $403.32 on March 2, 2026, up 0.20% or $0.81 from the prior session, capping a resilient performance despite broader market volatility tied to Middle East tensions and surging oil prices.

International Business Times

Waymo car blocked ambulance trying to get to scene of Austin mass shooting

The incident was confirmed by the company and local officials, raising questions about how autonomous vehicles operate around fast-moving emergency scenes

The Independent UK

Austin Bar Shooting Update: Waymo Car Blocked First Responders' Route to Tragic Incident Scene That Left 3 Dead and 14 Injured

The Austin Bar Shooting left 3 dead and 14 injured, with a Waymo car's presence raising questions about autonomous vehicles in crisis situations.

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Waze vs Google Maps: Which app has the best incident reporting?

AAP

Flying taxis poised to swoop down for Brisbane Olympics

Once promised in science fiction, flying taxis are expected to become reality within months and Australia is among the candidates to host them.

RideApart

Self-Driving Tech Takes "Away the Entire Reason to Ride a Motorcycle," Says Ducati's US CEO

Ducati’s top U.S. executive tells Business Insider that autonomous bikes miss what makes motorcycling meaningful.

The Independent UK

Waymo expands to four new cities across Texas and Florida

The expansion further cements Waymo's leading position in the autonomous driving sector

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Evening Standard

Pre-17 driver training found to lower new-driver accidents by up to 84 per cent

New centre for budding drivers aged nine to 17 launched in London

The Independent UK

London black cab drivers react to news robotaxis are set to launch in the city

London is becoming a major test bed for robotaxis - much to the distain of black cabbies

InsideEVs

Uber’s $100 Million Charging Bet Is More Than Just About EVs

The ride-hailing giant’s autonomous vehicles are mostly electric, and they will all require fast, reliable charging stations.

Android Auto update will put your car inside Google Maps – with customised models and colours

A little dab of Android Auto personalisation could make all the difference to your drive

The Independent UK

Waymo is paying DoorDash drivers to close robotaxi doors left open by customers

Waymo has also partnered with a towing company to haul away vehicles that have lost power while on the roads

Android Central

Google finally fixed Android's Driving Mode, so it only turns on at the right time

Driving mode will now turn on more reliably when your phone connects to your car's Bluetooth system.

Evening Standard

London cabbies go to war with driverless cars over electric charging bays

Taxi groups say driverless vehicles have been plugging into electric points reserved for black cabs, prompting complaints to Transport for London

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