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Amazon robotaxi service Zoox to start charging for rides in 2026, with ‘laser focus’ on transporting people, not deliveries, says cofounder

Jesse Levinson, Zoox cofounder and CTO, said the robotaxi service needs several more years before it can operate at a scale where the business is “financially interesting.”

Weekend Round-Up: Ford's Support For CAFE Rollback, BYD's Milestone, GM CEO's Credit For Musk And More

This week has been a rollercoaster ride in the world of automotives and technology. From Ford’s CEO hailing Trump’s CAFE rollback to BYD hitting another million-unit milestone, there’s a lot to catch up on.

Uber Gets a Street-High Upgrade as Robotaxis Roll Out in Dallas

Uber Gets a Street-High Upgrade as Robotaxis Roll Out in Dallas

Uber's stock surged after a key analyst upgrade, and the launch of its Dallas robotaxi service validated the company's long-term autonomous vehicle strategy.

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The Auto Industry Won't Fall For The Fuel Economy Rug-Pull

Today on Critical Materials: the fuel economy rug pull won't fool automakers again, car companies look at side hustles and Waymo is headed to Philly.

You’ll never want to take a Waymo robotaxi again after you see what it did during an active police standoff

That make Waymo a big NO for me.

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3 Stocks Poised to Benefit From Google’s AI Breakthough

Google's Gemini 3 has proven a big winner for GOOGL shares, but the company's vast AI infrastructure also benefits these three tech stocks.

Ross Gerber Predicts Advancements At Tesla, Waymo Will Save 'Meaningful Amount' Of Lives: 'Exciting Times'

Ross Gerber, co-founder of investment firm Gerber Kawasaki, says that autonomous driving could save lives with the progress in the sector reported by Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG) Waymo, as well as Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA).

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Waymo hits dog in San Francisco just weeks after beloved cat was killed by driverless taxi

Waymo hits dog in San Francisco just weeks after beloved cat was killed by driverless taxi

Waymo said it is ‘dedicated to learning from this situation’ after one of its robotaxis ‘made contact with a small, unleashed dog’

The Independent UK

Tesla Vs. Waymo Vs. Uber: The Robotaxi Battle No One Can Afford To Lose

Tesla Vs. Waymo Vs. Uber: The Robotaxi Battle No One Can Afford To Lose

The robotaxi fight just stopped being polite. The debate is no longer about whether autonomy works — the question now is who owns the economics of the future ride-hailing market. And as Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), Alphabet Inc‘s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOG) Waymo, and Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER) collide, the battlefield is shifting…

Days After Praising Tesla's FSD, Ross Gerber Now Highlights Key Issue With EV Giant's Self-Driving Technology: '...Needs To Be Addressed'

Days After Praising Tesla's FSD, Ross Gerber Now Highlights Key Issue With EV Giant's Self-Driving Technology: '...Needs To Be Addressed'

Investor Ross Gerber, co-founder of investment firm Gerber Kawasaki, has outlined a key issue with Tesla Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TSLA) Full Self-Driving (FSD) system.

Ross Gerber Says Uber Is 'Cooked' Amid Waymo's San Francisco Expansion: 'Uber Drivers Better Start…'

Ross Gerber Says Uber Is 'Cooked' Amid Waymo's San Francisco Expansion: 'Uber Drivers Better Start…'

Investment firm Gerber Kawasaki's co-founder Ross Gerber thinks that Alphabet Inc.-backed (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG) self-driving company Waymo's expansion in San Francisco could pose a challenge for Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE:UBER).

Waymo Has A Charging Problem

Waymo Has A Charging Problem

A neighborhood dispute over Waymo's overnight charging in Santa Monica has bigger implications for the autonomous taxi space.

Self-Driving Cars Will Make the World Safer for Cats—and Humans Too

The accidental death of one cat in San Francisco is triggering calls for banning Waymo. That would be a huge mistake.

Robotaxis are spreading across the U.S.

Once the stuff of science fiction, robotaxis are now regularly plying the streets of major cities.

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Ross Gerber 'Impressed' With Tesla FSD Improvements, But Says It's 'Still Not Good Enough' — Calls Waymo Robotaxi 'Leader'

Ross Gerber, co-founder of investment firm Gerber Kawasaki, has weighed in on the progress made by Elon Musk‘s Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), as well as Robotaxi rival Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG) Waymo in the Robotaxi and self-driving sectors.

Is Google Stock a Buy at $4 Trillion?

Google is poised to generate needle-moving revenue from the artificial intelligence revolution.

The Independent UK

What it’s like to hand over the wheel to a self-driving car – and what it means for the future of motoring

DRIVESMART: The latest DriveSmart newsletter has Steve Fowler reflecting on his father giving up driving – and how autonomous cars, from Waymo’s Jaguar I-Paces to Tesla’s Model Y, could help people stay mobile

Here's Waymo's New Autonomous Taxi From Zeekr, Spotted In The Wild

The Chinese brand partnered with Waymo on a purpose-built robotaxi, which has already landed in San Diego. Commercial service starts next year.

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Driverless Taxi Kills 'KitKat,' Beloved San Francisco Bodega Cat — Death Sparks Debate Over Robotaxi Safety

San Francisco is mourning the death of the most beloved bodega cat, KitKat, after a Waymo robotaxi struck the 9-year-old neighbourhood feline. KitKat's death has now sparked debate about whether driverless taxis are safe or not.

Waymo's Driverless Taxis Are Going To Even More U.S. Cities. They'll Be In Over 20 Soon

Waymo, the Alphabet-owned autonomous taxi service, added Minneapolis, Tampa and New Orleans to its growth plans on Thursday.

Robotaxis are on the rise – Tesla, Waymo and Zoox reveal expansions plans, here's what's coming

Cab drivers beware, robotaxis are on the rise, as three major players announce massive expansion plans.

Loop Capital Says Ride the ‘Waves of AI Optimism’ and Buy Google Stock Here

The brokerage sounded bullish on the search giant's ecosystem and AI prowess.

Waymo’s Autonomous Taxis Are Coming To Five More U.S. Cities

The company has already removed safety operators in Miami, paving the way for fully autonomous rides next year.

Tesla Gets Approval To Launch Robotaxi Service In Arizona (Updated)

The company received a ride-hailing permit from the state’s Department of Transportation, allowing it to offer paid rides.

Dan O'Dowd Slams Elon Musk, Tesla Robotaxi After Onboard Safety Driver Found Asleep Behind Wheel

The Dawn Project founder, Dan O'Dowd, has slammed Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and CEO Elon Musk after a video showcased a Tesla Robotaxi safety driver apparently asleep behind the wheel.

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