Silvia Hart
Silvia Hart is a travel enthusiast and IT Consultant. She helps businesses in the travel and hospitality industry to improve efficiency by integrating IT systems and maximizing their value. With 12+ years in the IT industry, Silvia merges her tech knowledge with her love for travel to educate her audience online through regular blog posts.
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Waymo Fast-Tracks Global Expansion Plan With $16 Billion Funding
In Focus The new funding pushes Waymo’s valuation to $126 billion Waymo provides over 400,000 rides per week across six cities in the U.S. The company plans to launch robotaxis in London and Tokyo this year Waymo has r... -
Tesla Supercharges Robotic, CyberCab Ambitions With $2 Billion Investment in xAI
In Focus Tesla said CyberCab production is on track The company announced plans to retire Model S and Model X The EV maker will use Model S and X factory to manufacture robots Tesla will be investing $2 billion in xAI, t... -
Uber Unveils AV Labs to Shape Robotaxi Development
In Focus The robotaxi data division will serve 20 autonomous vehicle partners Uber will initially provide data to robotaxi firms free of charge The ride-hailing firm will start by developing a basic data foundation Uber ... -
Tesla Discontinues Autopilot in New Vehicles to Boost FSD Subscriptions
In Focus Autopilot has been a standard feature in Tesla vehicles since 2019 The EV maker plans to increase the FSD monthly subscription as capabilities improve Elon Musk says Tesla’s newer vehicles will be capable of u... -
Tesla Exports, Sales Network to Boost Its EV Positioning in Canada
In Focus Unlike Chinese EV makers, Tesla has a strong sales network in the Canadian market Canada plans to import up to 49,000 EVs annually from China at a 6.1% tariff The EV import quota could rise to 70,000 EVs within ... -
U.S. Traffic Regulator Extends Timeline for Tesla’s FSD Probe Response
In Focus Tesla asked the NHTSA for more time to find relevant reports on January 12, 2026 The regulator allowed Tesla to respond to the information request by February 23, 2026 The EV maker is handling multiple informati... -
Tesla Drops One-Time Payment for FSD, Shifts to Monthly Subscription
In Focus Tesla currently sells FSD for a one-time payment of $8,000 FSD will become a subscription-only service starting from February 14, 2026 Monthly FSD subscriptions could generate recurring revenue for Tesla Tesla i... -
BYD Set to Take Biggest EV Seller Title as Global Sales Overtake Tesla
In Focus BYD’s statement shows EV maker delivered 2.26 million units in 2025 The deliveries represent about 28% growth year-on-year Analysts place Tesla’s annual deliveries at 1.65 million units Tesla is expected to ... -
Tesla’s Expected to Report Declining Deliveries in Q4, Analysts Say
In Focus Analysts expect Tesla’s Q4 sales to drop by up to 15% Tesla’s standard EV models are expected to boost sales in 2026 The company’s stock has gained over 14% in 2025 Tesla’s quarterly delivery decline is ... -
Hyundai Recalls 51,000 Vehicles In The U.S. After Trailer Wiring Fire Risk Alert
In Focus Hyundai recalls 51,000 vehicles in the United States due to an identified fire hazard linked to trailer wiring defects The Hyundai U.S. vehicle recall fire risk involves a short circuit from incorrectly installe... -
Software Flaw Causes Amazon’s AV Unit, Zoox to Recall 300+ U.S. Vehicles
In Focus Amazon is betting on Zoox to realize autonomous vehicle ambitions The software error could cause Zoox vehicles to cross the yellow line Zoox launched a software update to fix the error Amazon-owned autonomous dr... -
Waymo Suspends Robotaxi Service After San Francisco Blackout Disrupts Operations
In Focus Waymo suspends robotaxi service in San Francisco following a citywide power outage Traffic signal failures caused multiple autonomous vehicles to stall at intersections The incident underscores infrastructure de... -
Waymo Plans Robotaxi Service Expansion With $15 Billion Funding Round
In Focus Waymo seeks to raise funding at a $100 billion valuation Alphabet’s move to lead the round shows strong commitment to Waymo Funding round indicates push to commercialize self-driving vehicles Self-driving firm... -
Automakers Will Slowdown on AI Push, Gartner Study Predicts
In Focus Gartner study shows only 5% of automakers can sustain AI investment through to 2029 Study shows tech-savvy leadership and long-term focus on AI are critical to success Legacy vehicle manufacturers like Volkswage... -
Tesla Accelerates Chip Development with AI5 & AI6 Strategy
In Focus The Tesla AI5 AI6 chips program advances with design-review and fabrication agreements Samsung Electronics secures a ~$16.5 billion contract to manufacture AI6 chips at its Texas facility The dual-foundry strate... -
Tesla Rethinks Supply Chain Strategy, Excludes China Components in U.S. Vehicles
In Focus Tesla is excluding China-made components in vehicles made in the U.S. The EV maker decided to replace China parts in early 2025 High import tariffs on Chinese imports fast-tracked Tesla’s plan to source outsid... -
Uber Begins In-App Video Recording Pilot for Drivers in India
In Focus Uber rolls out in-app video recording India pilot in 10 cities The feature aims to protect drivers from misconduct and false complaints Riders receive notification when video recording is active during trips Rec... -
Autonomous Truck Startup Einride Plans U.S. IPO via SPAC Deal
In Focus Swedish self-driving trucks startup Einride plans to list on the NYSE Einride will list through a SPAC deal with Legato Merger Corp The merger implies a $1.8 billion pre-money equity valuation Swedish autonomous... -
Tesla Postpones Roadster 2 Production Reveal to April Fools’ Day 2026
In Focus Tesla Roadster 2 reveal delay shifts launch to April 1, 2026 Elon Musk says the production model will differ from the 2017 prototype Roadster 2 production to begin 12–18 months after reveal Early reservation h... -
Uber Misses Q3 Profit Estimates, Gives Cautious Forecast for Holiday Quarter
In Focus Uber has missed Q3 operating profit expectations Ride-hailing firm attributes its weak profit to legal and regulatory costs Firm issues strong gross books for Q4 Uber stock dropped by nearly 8% Uber’s holi... -
Navan Lists on Nasdaq After Successful $923 Million U.S. IPO
In Focus Navan will debut on the Nasdaq on October 30, 2025 The company raised $923 million in an IPO Navan’s valuation stands at about $6.7 billion Travel tech Navan will debut on the Nasdaq on October 30, 2025. The c... -
Tata Motors Fixes Cloud Security Flaws That Exposed Customer And Corporate Data
In Focus Tata Motors data breach confirmed with major security flaws now resolved The cloud credentials leak traced to hard-coded AWS keys in the E-Dukaan spare-parts portal Tata Motors data breach exposed 70 TB customer... -
Tesla Cybertruck Recall Impacts Over 63,000 Vehicles Amid Front Light Defect
In Focus Tesla Cybertruck recall affects over 63,000 vehicles due to front light defect Over-the-air (OTA) software update issued to resolve parking light issue No crashes or injuries reported related to the excessive br... -
How Will Stellantis, Pony.ai Partnership Shape Robotaxi Services in Europe?
In Focus Stellantis partners with Pony.ai to test robotaxis in Europe Pony.ai will provide the autonomous driving software Stellantis will provide electric vehicles The companies plan to deploy test vehicles in Luxembour... -
Waymo Partners with DoorDash in Phoenix Driverless Delivery Trial
In Focus Waymo has partnered with DoorDash in autonomous food deliveries Waymo and DoorDash will run trials in Phoenix area Robotaxi delivery service will serve 315 square miles covered by Waymo Autonomous robotaxi deliv... -
Inside Waymo’s Plan to Launch Robotaxis in London
In Focus Waymo plans to introduce robotaxis in London in 2026 This will be Waymo’s first robotaxi deployment in the European Market Vehicle financing firm, Moove will maintain Waymo fleets in London Waymo has announced... -
GM EV Charge Prompts Strategic Reassessment Amid U.S. Market Slowdown
In Focus GM EV charge triggers $1.6 billion adjustment in Q3 2025 U.S. tax credit removal reshapes automakers’ EV investments GM EV strategy shift 2025 reflects cautious adoption forecasts Auto industry faces EV demand... -
Wayve in Talks with Microsoft, SoftBank for $2 Billion Autonomous Vehicle Investment
In Focus Autonomous driving technology firm Wayve is negotiating a $2 billion funding round Wayve is negotiating the funding with Microsoft and SoftBank The new funding could could push Wayve’s valuation to about $8 bi... -
U.S. Auto Safety Agency to Investigate Tesla’s FSD Over Traffic Violations
In Focus U.S. NHTSA will investigate 2.88 million Tesla EVs that operate on FSD Investigation has been triggered by over 50 reports of crashes and traffic violations NHTSA announced investigation 2 days after Tesla relea... -
Can the Upcoming Event Reposition Tesla in the EV Market?
In Focus Tesla’s teaser videos hint at an October 7 event Teasers videos pushed Tesla stock up 3% Analysts speculate unveiling a low-cost Model Y or the next-gen Roadster Tesla CEO Elon Musk has promised the next-gen R... -
Amazon Resumes Drone Delivery Services After Arizona Crash Suspension
In Focus Amazon resumes drone delivery in Phoenix after temporary suspension NTSB and FAA still investigating incident involving delivery drones Company introduces new drone delivery safety protocols for obstructions Pri... -
Toyota Launches First Phase of Woven City Test Site Near Mt. Fuji
Toyota Motor Corporation has opened a section of its software testing facility in Japan’s Woven City, near Mt. Fiji. According to Reuters, Toyota’s Woven City facility opened over five years after the automaker unvei... -
Chinese Car Brands Outsell Renault and Audi in Europe, Sales Data Shows
Chinese automakers outsold Renault and Audi in Europe in August 2025. According to Reuters, the boom in Chinese vehicles was driven by plug-in hybrid sales. Data from JATO Dynamics showed Chinese car brands sold over 43,... -
Toyota Announces U.S. Vehicles Recall Tied to Dashboard Software Problem
Toyota has announced a recall of 591,000 US vehicles after identifying a software defect that can prevent critical dashboard information from appearing. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as ... -
Tesla Stock Jumps 8% After Elon Musk’s $1 Billion Share Purchase
Tesla stock has jumped after Elon Musk’s share purchase. According to Reuters, the stock rose more than 8% on September 15, 2025 following a regulatory filing revealing Musk’s share purchase valued at close to $1 bil... -
Amazon’s Zoox Robotaxi Service Launches in Las Vegas with Free Public Rides
Amazon’s Zoox has launched robotaxi services on the Las Vegas Strip. According to Reuters, the autonomous vehicle startup is offering free Zoox robotaxi rides in Las Vegas as it awaits regulatory approval. Amazon acqui... -
Volkswagen Announces €1 Billion AI Investment to Fast-track Vehicle Development
German automaker Volkswagen plans to invest up to €1 billion in AI by 2030. Volkswagen’s investment in AI will see the automaker integrate the technology in every aspect of its business as it seeks to save billions. ... -
Uber and Momenta to Launch Fully Driverless Level 4 Robotaxi Trials in Germany in 2026
According to TechCrunch, Uber has partnered with Chinese autonomous vehicle startup Momenta to launch fully driverless Level 4 robotaxis trials in Germany, marking a significant milestone for European autonomous mobility... -
Qualcomm, BMW Launch Automated Driving System, Snapdragon Ride Pilot, for Hands-Free Highway Driving
American chipmaker Qualcomm and luxury carmaker BMW have unveiled an automated driving system called Snapdragon Ride Pilot. According to Reuters, the Qualcomm BMW automated driving system offers new features like hands-f... -
Toyota to Build First Fully-Electric Car in Europe at Kolín Plant, Czech Republic
Toyota has announced plans to build a battery-electric vehicle (BEV) model at its Kolínplant in the Czech Republic. According to Reuters, this will be Toyota’s first fully-electric car made in Europe, marking a si... -
New Electric Vehicle Registrations in Europe Rise as Tesla Sales Plunge
Sales of new cars in Europe rose 5.9% in July 2025 as per Reuters. Data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) showed that sales increase in Germany outweighed drops in France, Italy, and Britain l... -
Tesla–PepsiCo Semi Charging Hub Marks Major Step Toward Electrified Freight
According to Yahoo Finance, Tesla and PepsiCo are taking another significant stride in electrifying commercial logistics with plans for a new Tesla Semi charging facility in Denver. This development strengthens their est... -
Tesla Offers up to 40% UK Lease Discounts as it Seeks to Regain Lost Market Share
Motorists in the UK will now be able to lease Tesla EVs for just over half of last year’s monthly rate. According to Yahoo Finance, the EV company has introduced Tesla UK lease discounts of up to 40% in a bid to move m... -
Tesla Pursues UK Energy Market as EV Maker Struggles with Declining Sales in Europe
US energy and electric vehicle company Tesla is seeking to enter the UK energy market to supply electricity to businesses and households in the country. According to UKTech News, the Texas-based firm submitted a formal r... -
Major Blow to Tesla’s AI Ambitions as its Supercomputer Project, Dojo Shutsdown
Tesla has disbanded the team that was working on the Dojo supercomputer. According to TechCrunch, this move effectively shuts down Tesla’s Dojo and terminates the EV maker’s in-house efforts to develop chips for powe... -
Z47, Tiger Global Cut Holdings in Ola Electric during April-June quarter Amid Market Woes
Two major early investors in Ola Electric, Z47 and hedge fund Tiger Global Management, have decided to reduce their ownership in the electric vehicle company, MSN reported. The stake sale in Ola Electric by prominent inv... -
Tesla July Sales Dip 8.4% as EV Maker Awards Elon Musk $29 Billion Worth of Shares
July sales of Tesla’s China-made electric vehicles dropped by 8.4% compared to the previous year. According to Reuters, the sales dipped amid growing competition from Chinese EV makers that now offer lower-priced model... -
Tesla’s Assisted-Driving Software Shines as EV Maker Outperforms Chinese Rivals in High-Risk Test
Tesla, the EV maker owned by Elon Musk, outperformed Chinese rivals in assisted driving technologies according to Yahoo Finance. Tesla scored better than Xiaomi, BYD, and Huawei in tests conducted on highways and urban a... -
Tesla Launches $70,000 Model Y in India Amid High Import Tariffs
Tesla has entered the Indian market with its electric SUV, the Tesla Model Y RWD, at $70,000, as per Reuters. Tesla is expected to begin deliveries in the third quarter, aiming at a niche EV segment that makes up only 4%... -
Ola Electric Q1 Loss Widens 23% YoY to ₹428 Cr Despite Rising Revenues
Ola Electric’s Q1 loss widened to ₹428 crore in the April–June quarter of FY26, marking a 23.3% increase from ₹347 crore in the same period last year, as reported by Inc42. Though the losses have halved on a quar... -
Tesla Launches New V4 Superchargers in China, Open to All EVs
Tesla V4 Superchargers have officially gone live in China. The company has rolled out the first batch of these fast chargers in cities like Shanghai, Chongqing, and provinces such as Gansu and Zhejiang. As reported by Re... -
Ola Rolls Out Zero Commission Plan for Drivers at ₹2,010 Per Month
Ride-hailing giant Ola has introduced a game-changing offer for its driver partners with its zero commission plans. According to NDTV Profit, Ola stated that drivers using this feature will have to pay the company Rs 67 ... -
Ola Rolls Out No-Commission Model for Cabs to Weather Intensifying Competition
Ride-hailing giant Ola has launched its no-commission model for cab drivers across India, as per Mint. The move comes after newer entrants like Rapido and Namma Yatri launched Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) models, enablin... -
Kazam Secures $6 Million in Series B Round to Boost EV Charging Expansion
Kazam’s funding update is making headlines as the Bengaluru-based electric mobility platform is raising $6 million in a Series B round. According to Entrackr, the funding round is being led by Vertex Ventures, with... -
From Ridesharing to Robotaxis: Uber’s Vision for Autonomous Transportation
Introduction Since the advent of technology, there has been a continuous race for improved quality of life. In the transportation industry, it was Uber that disrupted traditional taxi services with core innovations rangi... -
Hyundai Exits Ola Electric Amid Share Slump and Operational Hurdles
Hyundai has exited Ola Electric after selling its 2.47 percent stake in the company for ₹552 crore through an open market transaction, as per The Mint. According to bulk deal data on the NSE, Hyundai Motor Company sold... -
Tesla Commences Model Y Tests in Austin, Texas as it Prepares for June Robotaxi Launch
Tesla has already rolled out Model Y driverless testing in Texas without incidents, Reuters reported. Tesla ran the tests on public roads without a human on the driver’s seat for the first time. A Tesla engineer rode o... -
Tesla’s Europe Sales Plunge as BYD Outsells it in the Region for the First Time
For the first time, BYD outsold Tesla in Europe in April, Reuters reported. According to a report released by research firm JATO Dynamics, BYD sold 7,231 battery-powered electric vehicles in European countries against Te... -
SparkCharge EV Charging Secures $30 million to Boost Nationwide Fleet Electrification
SparkCharge, an EV charging network, has secured $30 million in new funding to accelerate its mission of providing flexible, mobile charging solutions for electric vehicle fleets. As reported by TechCrunch, the company r... -
Ola Roadster X Series Unveiled with 501 Km Range and INR 74,999 Starting Price
One of the most hyped events in India’s EV segment this year is Ola’s new bike launch. Unveiled at Ola’s annual conference in 2024, the Roadster X received a lot of attention due to its sleek design, sporty... -
Tesla Upgrades and Sells Off-Lease Vehicles, Goes Back on Robotaxi Promise
Tesla did not keep its word about placing leased sedans on its robotaxi network, Reuters reported. Last November, the electric car maker terminated a policy that prevented customers who leased its vehicles from purchasin... -
Waymo’s Automated Driving Software Malfunction Forces a 1200 Vehicle Recall in the US
Alphabet-backed self-driving company Waymo has recalled 1200 autonomous vehicles, Reuters reported. The latest Waymo vehicle recall has been triggered by a software malfunction that caused some of its autonomous vehicles... -
Porter Becomes Second Unicorn of 2025 After Raising $200 Million
Porter, the Indian logistics firm, has become a unicorn with its new funding round. Porter raised $200 million in its latest round of investment, bringing the startup’s valuation to $1.2 billion. As per Times of India,... -
Investors Plan $30 million in Funding to Restart BluSmart’s Operations
Indian EV ride-hailing startup BluSmart may receive a fresh $30 million investment from its existing investors to restart its services. The funds will be provided in the form of unsecured debt. However, this proposed fun... -
Revamp Moto: Powering India’s EV Revolution with Purpose-Built Innovation
Introduction Indian economic stability relies heavily on micro-businesses and small entrepreneurs, so mobility goes beyond comfortable transportation and becomes a means to generate income. The founders established Revam... -
Routematic Raises $40M in Series C Round Led by Fullerton and Shift4Good
Routematic received $40 million in Series C funding to strengthen the company’s mission to transform employee transportation solutions across India. According to Tech In Asia, Co-founder and CEO Sriram Kannan state... -
Ather Energy IPO Falls Over 8% After Weak Listing
Ather Energy made a disappointing debut on the stock market with its IPO. The EV company’s shares fell over 8% on the first trading day. Fortune India said that the electric two-wheeler manufacturer lost ₹782 crore i... -
US Food Delivery Firm DoorDash to Acquire UK’s Deliveroo in New Global Expansion Push
UK food delivery firm Deliveroo will be acquired by DoorDash at a $3.9 billion valuation, CNBC reported. The UK firm allows users to order groceries and hot meals through an app. Deliveroo said its board agreed to the ac... -
Uber Robotaxi Service to Launch in Arlington, Texas, with May Mobility in 2025
Uber Technologies has partnered with self-driving startup May Mobility to deploy autonomous vehicles on its ride-hailing platform by late 2025. According to Reuters, the initiative will begin with a safety driver phase b... -
Netradyne Becomes India’s First Unicorn of 2025, Valued at $1.3 billion, Targets Profitability by Year-End
India’s First Unicorn of 2025, Netradyne, backed by SoftBank, plans to expand its operations to 15 countries by the end of 2026. The company uses AI-powered technology to improve driver and fleet safety and operates in... -
Ather Energy IPO Fully Subscribed on Final Day, Backed by Strong Retail and QIB Demand
The much-awaited Ather Energy IPO gained complete subscription at 1.43 times on the final bidding day. Investors across the board showed steady interest, with strong support coming from retail investors and qualified ins... -
Tesla Expands India Plans with New Office Near Mumbai’s BKC
Tesla is stepping up its game in India as the company has now established a new India office near Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), a commercial hotspot in Mumbai, as reported by The Economic Times. This is an indication of Te... -
Rapido Plans Entry into Food Delivery Market with Bengaluru Pilot
Indian ride-hailing company Rapido is all set to venture into a new space. According to MSN, Rapido is stepping into food delivery as the firm is looking to pilot a project in Bengaluru. The development comes as Rapido&#... -
Tesla vs. BYD: Who’s Winning the Global EV Race?
Introduction Two industry giants are battling for supremacy in the electric vehicle market, and what once seemed like a one-sided Tesla vs BYD contest has taken a sharp and surprising turn. Tesla, the undisputed leader i... -
Ola Electric Denies Receiving Notice to Shut 100 Showrooms in Maharashtra
Ola Electric reacted to news regarding a Maharashtra transport department directive for the closure of more than 100 showrooms across the state. Ola Electric stated that it was unaware about any official order to shut do... -
BluSmart Hires Grant Thornton for Audit After ₹470 crore Loss
BluSmart has hired the professional services firm Grant Thornton for a forensic audit. This came after whistleblowers raised complaints about financial misconduct across the organization. According to The Economic Times,... -
Cars24 Buys Team-BHP to Expand Beyond Transactions in India’s Used Car Market
The acquisition of Team-BHP by Cars24 represents a commitment to enhance customer interactions beyond the transactional activities between buying and selling cars. Cars24’s acquisition of Team-BHP targets IndiaR... -
UK Tech Startup, Wayve Pursues Global Adaptability with New Development Center in Japan
UK-based self-driving tech startup Wayve has set up a development and testing centre in Japan, Automotive World reported. Wayve’s Japan development center is the first in the Asian market. Located in Yokohama, the cent... -
Ola EV Stores Shut Down as Maharashtra Takes Strict Action on Trade Certificate Violations
Ola EV stores were shut down across Maharashtra after the state government discovered violations of trade certificate rules. The Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) were asked to inspect and act against Ola Electric outlet... -
Tesla Explores Semiconductor Partnerships in India to Power EV Growth
While the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is on the upswing worldwide, Tesla is now aggressively seeking to solidify its chip supply chain. The most recent development involves Tesla’s semiconductor partnerships in ... -
Strategic Plans Unveiled by Co-founder Just Before SEBI’s Action on Gensol and BluSmart
BluSmart’s co-founder Anmol Singh Jaggi pitched three strategic plans to shareholders before SEBI’s action exposed financial irregularities of BluSmart and Gensol Engineering. These included moving its fleet operatio... -
Investors to Spotlight Tesla’s Affordable EV and Robotaxi Plans as the EV Maker Releases Q1 Report
Investors are eager to know about Tesla’s affordable EV and robotaxi plans as the company releases its earnings report on April 22, Yahoo Finance reported. Tesla’s investors are also expected to question CEO Elon... -
Modi and Musk Discuss Future of Technology Innovation and Sustainability
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Friday. The two leaders identified the vast opportunities that exist in modern technology developments. Musk’s companies, Tesla and SpaceX, are looking to ... -
Trump Tariff Impact on US Operations Will be Minimal, UK Tech Startup Oxa Says
UK-based tech company Oxa has said that the impact of Trump tariffs on its US operations will be minimal. According to Tech.eu, The Google-backed tech startup says it’s on the path of scaling Oxa under Trump tariffs. O... -
EV Startup BluSmart Halts Operations Amid SEBI Probe Over Misuse of ₹900+ Crore EV Loan
EV startup BluSmart ceased its cab services throughout Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai this week. This occurred amid a growing financial scandal involving its founders Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi. The sudde... -
UK’s Self-Driving Technology Startup Wayve Signs Commercial Deal with Japanese Carmaker Nissan
UK startup Wayve signed its first commercial deal with car maker Nissan to integrate its self-driving technology in its vehicles, TechCrunch reported. Nissan said it will use Wayve’s self-driving technology to support ... -
Bajaj Auto Overtakes Ola Electric as India’s Top Electric Two-Wheeler Seller in March
In a drastic change for India’s electric vehicle (EV) sector, Bajaj Auto has overtaken Ola Electric to emerge as the leader in the electric two-wheelers space during March. The move is an important milestone for th... -
Alphabet’s Waymo to Launch Self-Driving Cars in Washington DC Despite NHTSA Investigations
Alphabet’s Waymo self-driving cars are set to start operating in Washington DC, Reuters reported. Waymo said on March 25 that it’s looking to launch its fully self-driving taxis in the US capital in 2026. Expanding A... -
Tesla Collaborates with Baidu to Boost Driving-Assistance Software Performance in China
Tesla is partnering with China-based tech company Baidu to boost the performance of its AI driving assistance system in the Asian country, Reuters has reported. According to sources close to the company, the Tesla and Ba... -
Xi Jinping’s Strategy Succeed as China Business Innovators Resist External Pressure
Some prominent tech leaders in China have said they’ll continue to innovate while giving little regard to external pressure. China’s business innovators made these pronouncements following a meeting that occurred bet... -
BYD Records a 21% Shares Rise as Industry Awaits Update on Its Self-Driving Technology
Stocks of Chinese EV maker BYD have risen to a new high since 2020 after gaining 21%. According to Yahoo Finance the BYD share rise was triggered by investor excitement ahead of the company’s update on its smart-drivin... -
US Startup Waabi Partners with Volvo to Scale Production of Self-Driving Trucks
Autonomous trucks company Waabi and Volvo Autonomous Solutions have teamed up to manufacture and deploy self-driving trucks. This new partnership marks an important milestone towards the launch of commercial autonomous t... -
Tesla Revamped Model Y Hits U.S. Market, Aims to Boost 2025 Sales
According to a listicle on the company’s official website, Tesla revamped Model Y will be released into the U.S. market in March. According to CNBC, the Tesla revamped electric Model Y Juniper will be priced at $59,990... -
Tesla Annual Deliveries Dip Amidst Slowing Demand for Electric Cars
EV manufacturer Tesla has reported a drop in its annual deliveries for the first time in over a decade. Yahoo Finance reported that Tesla’s annual deliveries for 2024 stood at 1.79 million units, about 1% less than its... -
Tesla Shares Drop by 5% as the US EV Maker Recalls 700,000 Vehicles
Tesla shares continued on a downward spiral on December 20, dipping 5% in premarket trading. This Tesla shares drop comes after the stock dipped 8% on December 19, which was the worst trading day for the EV manufacturer ... -
GM Exits Cruise Robotaxi Business, Plans Full Acquisition in Early 2026
General Motors (GM) has exited Cruise ride-hailing business after investing over $10 billion. Reuters reported that the move to discontinue funding for the GM Cruise robotaxi business is a blow to the giant vehicle manuf... -
Uber-WeRide Robotaxi Service Launch Takes AVs to Select Abu Dhabi Locations
Uber and WeRide have launched robotaxi services in Abu Dhabi. According to TechCrunch, the commercial robotaxi service is the first international self-driving vehicle offering for the American ride-hailing company. The l... -
Uber Launches AI Chatbot to Support Driver Transition to Electric Vehicles
American ride-hailing company Uber has announced plans to introduce an AI assistant to help drivers shift to electric vehicles. Introduction of the Uber AI assistant is part of the company’s efforts to reduce carbon em... -
Faulty Steering Forces BYD to Recall Top-Selling EVs
BYD has filed an application to recall close to 97,000 electric vehicles from the market starting September 30, 2024. The EV manufacturer informed Chinese regulators that the BYD recall of top-selling EVs was triggered b... -
WeRide Partnership Takes Uber Robotaxis to the UAE
American ride-hailing company Uber has announced a strategic partnership with Guangzhou-based self-driving company, WeRide. Reuters reported that the Uber-WeRide deal will involve adding WeRide cars to Uber’s ride shar... -
Dutch Regulator Fines Uber for Violating Data Privacy
American ride-hailing platform Uber has been slapped with a $324 million fine in the Netherlands. Uber got fined after the Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) found that the company was violating the EU’s data protec... -
Waymo Unveils New Driverless Technology for Robotaxis
Electric vehicle manufacturer Waymo unveiled a new self-driving technology early this week. Waymo’s Generation 6 robotaxi technology can handle a range of weather conditions without numerous sensors and cameras on boar... -
Gaussion Set to Debut Battery Charging Tech with $12M Funding
UK based battery technology company, Gaussion has raised $12 million in a Series A funding round. According to Tech.eu, the new Gaussion funding will enable it to place its novel technology that steers ions in existing b... -
Leading EV Firm, Lime Unveils New eBikes for Women
Leading shared electric vehicle firm, Lime has launched new electric scooters and bikes. The new lime ebike women designs are known as the LimeBike and LimeGlider. According to Electrek, the new designs were developed ba... -
Top 4 Fleet Management KPIs Every Manager Should Track
Introduction Determining the best fleet management KPIs to improve your company’s logistics is crucial. By fleet KPIs, we refer to the key performance indicators that affect the smooth running of operations. Fleet mana... -
Alphabet to Invest $5B in Driverless Taxi Company, Waymo
Last week, Google parent company, Alphabet, announced additional investment into self-driving car company- Waymo. The new Alphabet-Waymo investment will enable the autonomous vehicle company to continue building its bran... -
China’s BYD Enters $1 B Deal to Set Up EV Plant in Turkey
The largest Chinese electric vehicle maker, BYD, is set to establish a $1 billion EV manufacturing plant in Turkey. The BYD EV plant deal is part of BYD’s strategy to expand beyond China’s borders. Backed by US inves... -
Fisker Files Bankruptcy Due to Rising Debt and Fundraising Challenges
Fisker, a US-based electronic vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has filed for bankruptcy. AP News says the company becomes the second EV startup to go down this road in a span of one year. Fisker files bankruptcy at a time when... -
Arizona’s Waymo Driverless Taxi Crash Triggers Second Robotaxi Recall
Waymo has issued a voluntary recall of 672 self-driving vehicles. Mashable says the Alphabet-owned startup made this decision after one of its robotaxis hit a pole. This happened in Phoenix, Arizona, last month. So far, ... -
Aurora Volvo Self-Driving Truck Unveiled, to be Piloted Late 2024
Three years into the Volvo Aurora partnership, the two companies have shown off their first production-ready autonomous truck. According to Techcrunch, the Aurora Volvo self-driving truck was unveiled at the ACT Expo i... -
Hyperloop Technology: How It Can Revolutionize the Travel Industry?
Introduction The need for a fast, efficient ground transport system that connects cities and countries has been evident for a long time. The Hyperloop system promises to make this a reality by 2030. For over a decade, de... -
Elon Musk Shares His Insights on Self-driving Cars, AI, and Mars
In an interview, Elon Musk has shared some of his thoughts on self-driving cars, oversight of artificial intelligence. The reasons behind his quest to be buried on Mars. Following Musk’s announcement in October of Tes...
