Earlier in Robotics & Autonomy
Apple's ambitious self-driving car project, codenamed Project Titan, was officially terminated in early 2024 after a decade of development. Despite its ultimate failure to bring a vehicle to market, the initiative spurred significant innovation within Apple's silicon engineering division.
This week's "Green Deals" roundup highlights significant price reductions on electric mobility and lawn care products. ENGWE's new L16 Utility e-bike is available starting at $899, offering a $300 saving on both single and dual battery configurations.
Tesla is developing a purpose-built, wheelchair-accessible autonomous vehicle, a company policy advisor informed lawmakers in Washington, D.C., on Monday. The advisor did not provide a specific timeline for the vehicle's development or release, nor did they present a physical prototype.
Tesla is repurposing a portion of its Fremont, California factory, which was instrumental in the production of the Model S electric vehicle, to build its Optimus humanoid robots. This strategic shift signifies Tesla's increasing focus on robotics as a future…
Tesla announced "Cybercab employee rides at Giga Texas" are "starting soon," signaling a potential initial phase for its robotaxi service. This announcement, disseminated across two Tesla social media accounts and garnering approximately 2.9 million views, suggests a move towards placing…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation, has issued a formal request to autonomous vehicle companies, urging them to ensure their self-driving technology does not impede the operations of first responders.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is considering removing a long-standing federal safety standard that mandates the presence of a steering wheel in all vehicles. This proposed change specifically targets vehicles designed for fully autonomous operation, meaning they would…
A legislative bill moving through New Jersey aims to mandate that autonomous vehicles utilize more than just camera-based systems, a move that could directly affect Tesla's proposed robotaxi technology. The proposed legislation, expected to face a vote soon, would require…