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22 Interestana reports mention General Motors, newest first. Each is summarised from the original reporting and links back to its publisher.
The autonomous vehicle industry, particularly the burgeoning robotaxi sector, is experiencing a significant intensification of regulatory oversight. This heightened scrutiny is a direct response to growing concerns regarding the safety, reliability, and operational transparency of driverless vehicles.
Human factors and user experience researchers are investigating design interventions to address instances of sexual activity and other inappropriate behaviors occurring within autonomous vehicles, particularly robotaxis. The issue has gained attention following reports of individuals engaging in sexual acts…
General Motors (GM) announced on March 14, 2024, that it will be the first company globally to mass-produce prismatic Lithium-Metal-Rich (LMR) battery cells. This new battery technology is designed to significantly reduce the cost of electric vehicle (EV) production…
Electrek, a publication focused on electric vehicles and sustainable transportation, recently conducted a reader survey to gauge opinions on a critical and evolving issue: accountability in the event of autonomous vehicle (AV) accidents that result in harm.
Micron Technology is constructing one of the largest semiconductor manufacturing facilities in U.S. history in Syracuse, New York, a city that has faced significant economic challenges due to the departure of major industries.
Waymo has demonstrated rapid operational scaling, notably expanding its autonomous vehicle fleet in Texas by 49% within the past month. This significant increase in fleet size in a single month underscores the company's aggressive growth strategy and its commitment…
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, a pivotal panel on the Real World AI Stage brought together leaders from three prominent organizations – Shield AI, Waabi, and General Motors – to delve into the complex and high-stakes domain of building artificial intelligence…
Travis Kalanick, the co-founder of Uber, is reportedly exploring the possibility of entering the robotaxi market through his new company, Atoms. This potential venture signifies a return to the autonomous vehicle space for Kalanick, who previously led Uber's ambitious self-driving…
Tesla officially unveiled its Cybercab, marking a significant milestone after a decade of promises regarding self-driving vehicle technology. The launch positions Tesla to compete in the burgeoning autonomous ride-hailing market, a sector that has seen substantial development from both established…
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a formal safety investigation into Tesla's recently launched driverless taxi service. This inquiry follows the company's rollout of its autonomous ride-hailing service, which aims to compete with established players…
Tesla announced on May 23, 2024, that its Robotaxi fleet has accumulated a total of 1 million miles driven without any human driver supervising the vehicle. This milestone represents a significant doubling of unsupervised mileage in just the past six…
The deployment of robotaxis is accelerating, but this expansion is met with growing resistance from various stakeholders, including taxi drivers, labor unions, and elected officials. In New York, Governor Kathy Hochul's administration was compelled to withdraw a proposal in early…
General Motors is significantly accelerating its vehicle development process by integrating artificial intelligence, generative design, and advanced simulation tools across its entire product pipeline. The company aims to reduce the typical car development timeline from an industry average of four…
Momenta Global Ltd., an autonomous driving company backed by General Motors, has initiated its initial public offering (IPO) on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The company aims to raise HK$5.9 billion, which equates to approximately $752 million USD.
General Motors installed approximately 50 FANUC robot arms at its Factory Zero electric vehicle plant in Detroit, Michigan, this week. These robots are intended to assist with attaching vehicle components on the assembly line.
General Motors and Peak Energy announced a partnership last week to develop and manufacture sodium-ion batteries for energy storage systems. This collaboration aims to create an alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries, which are currently dominant in the market.
General Motors (GM) is exploring alternatives to Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery technology, despite its widespread adoption due to low cost. GM's Chief Financial Officer, Paul Jacobson, stated this week that while LFP is a "great chemistry" for cost reduction…
General Motors (GM) announced a strategic partnership with Peak Energy on March 18, 2024, to develop next-generation sodium-ion battery cells. This collaboration will focus on battery cells designed for grid-scale energy storage projects, rather than electric vehicles (EVs).
General Motors announced its intention to produce sodium-ion batteries in the United States on May 15, 2024, marking a significant diversification in its electric vehicle (EV) battery strategy. This move positions GM to potentially leverage the cost and material advantages…
General Motors announced on March 13, 2024, that it is activating new vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities for its electric vehicle (EV) and home energy customers. This initiative aims to leverage GM's EV battery technology to help offset the increasing electricity demand…