Waymo and Zoox expand their US robotaxi presence The competition for autonomous ride-hailing is gaining speed in the US. Waymo is opening its robotaxi services in Denver, San Diego and Tampa to initial passengers, while Zoox is expanding its test areas. The United States remains a key pace-setter in the robotaxi market. Benjamin Müller
Uber and Wayve secure first robotaxi permit for London Uber and Wayve have secured approval to carry selected passengers in automated vehicles in London. The pilot will start with safety drivers and modified Ford Mustang Mach-E cars, marking another step towards commercial robotaxi services in the UK. Benjamin Müller
UN sets first global rules for autonomous vehicle approval The UN has adopted the first globally aligned technical framework for highly automated and driverless vehicles. OEMs must now prove safety through audits, simulation, track and road testing, while controlling updates and monitoring performance throughout operation. Holger Holzer
Waymo boosts war chest in robotaxi race In a fresh funding round, Waymo has secured significant new capital to support its robotaxi ambitions. The Google sister company could further extend its lead in the race with Tesla for autonomous ride-hailing services. Benjamin Müller
How Nvidia is turning AI into road-ready autonomy Nvidia is moving beyond chips and simulations to position itself as a central force in autonomous mobility. A robotaxi service is planned for 2027, while passenger vehicles equipped with the platform are expected to follow from 2028. ADT editorial team
Toyota and Waymo Outline Strategic Partnership Toyota Motor Corporation and Waymo reached a preliminary agreement to explore a collaboration focused on accelerating the development of autonomous driving technologies. The companies aim to combine their respective strengths to develop a new autonomous vehicle platform. Benjamin Müller
Are Robotaxis on the Brink of a Breakthrough? Autonomous driving is no longer an exclusive domain of car manufacturers—or was it ever? In our overview, you’ll find out which tech and big data companies are pushing the auto industry forward in the race for robotaxis. Yannick Tiedemann
