INSIGHT - Trump’s victory could ease regulatory path for Musk’s robotaxi, but hurdles remain
Elon Musk may have the influence to help break through those regulatory roadblocks.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Musk now says it's 'pointless' to build a $25,000 Tesla for human drivers
An all-new affordable Tesla for human drivers had until recently been a linchpin of Teslas strategy to become worlds biggest automaker.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Tesla promises paid robotaxis next year, but significant hurdles remain
Elon Musk said the electric vehicle maker will roll out driverless ride-hailing services to the public in California and Texas next year.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Tesla wants to register generic 'robotaxi' word as its own trademark
Tesla's applications were submitted, as Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's concept for self-driving taxi and a self-driving bus for up to 20 people.
Wed Oct 16 2024
INSIGHT - Tesla gambles on ‘black box’ AI tech for robotaxis
The automaker is widely expected to showcase a prototype called the "Cybercab" rather than a road-ready driverless taxi.
Fri Oct 11 2024
China's drivers fret as robotaxis pick up pace - and passengers
Ride-hailing and taxi drivers face job loss threats from AI as thousands of robotaxis begin operating on Chinese streets.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Tesla promises 'more affordable' cars after shelving all-new Model 2
Elon Musk said the company would include more-affordable models that would start production by early 2025.
Wed Apr 24 2024
Tesla cuts prices in China, Germany and around globe after US cuts
Tesla CEO Elon Musk reported that its global vehicle deliveries in the first quarter fell for the first time in nearly four years.
Mon Apr 22 2024
How GM's Cruise robotaxi tech failures led it to drag pedestrian 20 feet
A failure to detect the woman's location, the vehicle continue after hitting the woman instead of making an emergency stop.
Sat Jan 27 2024
Robotaxi company Cruise withdraws all cars from San Francisco streets
The move was to regain trust while investigations are being carried out, after a Cruise driverless car dragged a woman several metres.
Wed Nov 15 2023
Amazon's Zoox robotaxis take to California roads
Zoox robotaxis have no steering wheels or pedals for human drivers.
Wed Feb 15 2023
First 'robotaxis' enter service in Beijing
It looks like a normal car but the white taxi by the kerb has nobody driving it, and communicates with customers digitally.
Sat Nov 27 2021
Amazon has unveiled its fully self-driving robotaxi called Zoox
Without a driver or even a steering wheel, Zoox can reach a top speed of 75 miles per hour (around 120 km/h) in both ways.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024