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Rivian has introduced a new software update aimed at enhancing the driving experience and expanding the functionality of its assisted driving features. This update, version 2025.46, broadens the Universal Hands-Free driving capability to cover more than 3.5 million miles of roads across the US and Canada, extending beyond highways to any roads with clearly marked lane lines. The update also introduces Autonomy Drive Styles with Mild, Medium and Spicy settings, allowing drivers to customize their...

Applied EV has developed the Digital Backbone, a software control platform designed for Level 4 autonomous driving. This platform centralizes traditionally distributed vehicle functions such as control, perception and decision-making into a unified architecture that can be integrated into a wide range of vehicles, from passenger to commercial and specialized-purpose vehicles. Additionally, the company offers the Blanc Robot, a cabin-less tabletop electric vehicle, designed for versatility across...

Momenta has formed a strategic partnership with Grab, Southeast Asia's superapp, which includes an investment from Grab. This collaboration aims to introduce advanced autonomous driving technologies to the region's complex urban mobility sectors. Momenta employs a dual approach to deploying this technology, partnering with automakers such as Mercedes-Benz and BMW for advanced driver assistance systems and advancing its robo-taxi technology for commercial use. The partnership with Grab focuses...

Kodiak AI and Roush Industries, a product development supplier, recently announced the delivery of the first autonomous truck equipped with the Kodiak Driver system by Roush. This truck, prepared at Roush's facility in Livonia, Michigan, was delivered to Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. in August 2025. Since December 2024, Atlas has been receiving Kodiak Driver-equipped trucks and has commenced driverless operations in the Permian Basin, with a total of eight trucks delivered so far as part of a 100-...

Alphabet's self-driving vehicle unit, Waymo, is reportedly in discussions with potential investors to raise funds at a valuation of at least $100 billion, according to a report from The Information. The financing round could potentially exceed $10 billion, with plans to arrange it in early 2026. Bloomberg News has also reported that Waymo aims to raise over $15 billion, with Alphabet leading this effort.  Waymo, which was established from Google's self-driving car project in 2016, offers...

Automotive component suppliers demonstrated resilience during the first nine months of 2025 (January–September), navigating a period of moderating top-line growth while effectively enhancing profitability, compared to the strong performance in the corresponding period of 2024. While overall revenue growth decelerated from the double-digit pace observed earlier, the industry managed to expand its collective operating margins, reflecting a strong focus on operational efficiencies and cost manage...

Siemens has introduced its PAVE360 Automotive technology, a digital twin software designed to address the increasing complexity of automotive hardware and software integration. This off-the-shelf solution enables automotive manufacturers and suppliers to accelerate the development of software-defined vehicles through early full-system virtual integration. It enhances the efficiency of software development for advanced driver assistance systems, autonomous driving and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI...

AiMotive, in collaboration with LG, is set to unveil a new high-performing computing (HPC) Lite platform at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026. This platform integrates LG's in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system and advanced driver assistance system into a single controller designed to support advanced driver assistance and enhance in-vehicle experiences. The development of the HPC platform began in May, aiming to act as a central processing unit that consolidates multiple functions wi...

Mainland China's industry regulator, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), has granted conditional approval for two electric sedans with Level 3 autonomous driving capabilities to operate on select public roads in Chongqing and Beijing. The vehicles, developed by Changan Automobile and BAIC Motor's Arcfox, mark the first time Level 3 automation is permitted beyond testing, aligning with mainland China's initiative to leverage technology for economic growth. Level 3, kn...

Japanese telecommunications group NTT aims to deploy more than 1,000 autonomous buses and cars across Japan by the 2030s to ease chronic driver shortages in the country. The company’s newly established unit, NTT Mobility, will be responsible for deploying and operating autonomous vehicles in partnership with local governments and transportation operators. NTT Mobility plans to start operating Level 4 autonomous route buses by 2028, followed by on-demand buses and robo-taxis. NTT Mobility will ...

For years, robo-taxis absorbed most of the spotlight in the autonomous-vehicle world. But if you look closely at where automation is scaling fastest and where commercial partnerships are forming, where regulators are paying attention, and where the economics are already tilting, the story is shifting. The autonomous trucks market is accelerating significantly, on the highways where autonomous 18-wheelers are beginning to run driverless, and on the sidewalks and industrial yards and ports where d...

Cyngn has announced that G&J Pepsi has placed a new purchase order for a multivehicle expansion of its DriveMod Tugger program, signaling G&J Pepsi's continued commitment to integrating scaled autonomy into its distribution network. The next phase of this deployment is significant as G&J Pepsi has not yet determined which facilities will receive the vehicles, indicating confidence in the consistent performance and wide applicability of DriveMod's technology across various operations....

Aeva is preparing to showcase advancements in sensing and perception systems at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas from Jan. 6 to 9, 2026. It plans to demonstrate a passenger original equipment manufacturer vehicle equipped with 4D lidar integrated into the windshield and introduce a new 4D lidar sensor designed for applications in robotics, automotive and smart infrastructure. This sensor marks an evolution of Aeva's lidar-on-chip platform, enhancing capabiliti...

Xpeng Motors has obtained a Level 3 conditional autonomous driving road test license in Guangzhou, mainland China, and initiated regular Level 3 testing on specified intelligent connected vehicle expressways. A vice president of Xpeng expressed anticipation for a surprise in the first quarter of the following year with the full rollout, noting that some individuals might experience the version even earlier. At its 2025 Tech Day, Xpeng revealed the second-generation VLA with Level 4 capabiliti...

Innoviz Technologies announced its participation in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, scheduled from Jan. 6 to 9, 2026, in Las Vegas. Innoviz will showcase live demonstrations of its lidar technology, including the new InnovizThree lidar, the Innoviz lidar platform and the InnovizSMART lidar sensor. The InnovizThree is designed for behind-the-windshield placement, facilitating seamless integration into vehicle design. Innoviz will demonstrate its advanced capabilities, catering t...

Rivian plans to launch its Gen 3 Autonomy Platform in late 2026 on the R2 model, featuring a shift to in-house silicon designed for vision-centric physical AI. This platform will be powered by the first-generation Rivian Autonomy Processor (RAP1), a custom 5-nanometer (nm) processor integrating processing and memory into a multichip module. The Autonomy Compute Module 3 (ACM3) will utilize RAP1 and boasts notable specifications, including 1600 sparse INT8 tera operations per second (TOPS) utiliz...

AMD Silo AI has announced a collaboration with the Autoware Foundation, focusing on enhancing open-source software for autonomous driving. Autoware, utilized by over 500 companies, supports various vehicle types and countries, aiming to support commercial-grade, safety-certifiable autonomous technologies. This partnership leverages AMD Instinct and Radeon Pro graphics processing units (GPUs) to accelerate the training and deployment of Autoware's AI models, integrating AMD's scalable compute pla...

Tier IV has invested in Turing Drive, a Taiwanese startup specializing in autonomous driving systems for geofenced areas and low-speed operations. Both companies have agreed to form a capital and business alliance focused on advancing the development of autonomous driving technology and expanding their global operations. Tier IV is at the forefront of developing Autoware, a prominent open-source software for autonomous driving, supporting global testing to ensure safe deployment of the technolog...

Luminar Technologies has initiated voluntary Chapter 11 cases in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas to facilitate value-maximizing sales for its lidar business and the equity of its subsidiary, Luminar Semiconductors. This decision has the support of approximately 91.3% of its first lien noteholders and about 85.9% of its second lien noteholders. Luminar Semiconductors is not a debtor in these Chapter 11 cases, and its operations are expected to remain unaffected. Prior t...

Infineon Technologies and Lenovo are strengthening their collaboration to advance autonomous driving technologies. Lenovo's autonomous driving domain controller units, AD1 and AH1, will utilize Infineon's AURIX microcontrollers to enhance advanced driving assistance systems, energy efficiency and data exchange within vehicles. This partnership seeks to develop intelligent, high-performance automotive computing platforms that integrate AI in software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The goal is to c...

LG Innotek has announced its participation in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, which will be held from Jan. 6 to 9 in Las Vegas. The company will present a portfolio of future mobility solutions focused on autonomous driving and electric vehicles. LG Innotek will showcase 35 products at the Las Vegas Convention Center's West Hall under the theme of future mobility. The exhibition aims to highlight integrated solutions that combine hardware with AI-based software, positioning LG Inn...

Mitsubishi Electric Corp. has announced the development of a new technology designed to detect intoxication levels in drivers by monitoring signs of distraction and drowsiness. This system aims to prevent alcohol-related accidents by issuing alerts and initiating vehicle-control interventions when necessary. The system utilizes non-contact pulse-rate measurements captured through a driver monitoring system alongside vehicle control data, such as steering and acceleration inputs. It integrates...

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Uber's Chief Executive Dara Khosrowshahi has announced plans for the company to offer robo-taxi services in over 10 countries by late 2026, aiming to establish itself as the dominant platform in autonomous ride-hailing. Potential new locations include Hong Kong and Japan, with discussions ongoing for similar services across Asia. Autonomous vehicles were recognized by Khosrowshahi as one of Uber's six key areas of focus back in November, with NVIDIA's Chief Executive Jensen Huang projecting the ...

WeRide and Uber Technologies, in partnership with Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), have announced the official launch of robo-taxi passenger rides in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, via the Uber app. This service will initially be available in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah, popular tourist areas near public beaches, allowing riders to book WeRide robo-taxis through the Autonomous option on the Uber app. Tawasul will manage the fleet operations for WeRide vehicles on the Uber platform. ...

T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and Zoox, an autonomous ride-hailing company, have entered into a multiyear strategic partnership, marking Zoox's first venture with a major sports venue and introducing a unique autonomous ride-hailing sponsorship at T-Mobile Arena. This collaboration, facilitated by AEG Global Partnerships, sets new standards for venue accessibility and fan convenience. As part of a planned service expansion, Zoox will offer autonomous rides to and from T-Mobile Arena starting in ea...

On Dec. 11, Rivian held its first Autonomy & AI Day event at its Palo Alto offices in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, highlighting its advancements in automotive technology. The US-based electric-car maker introduced its proprietary, purpose-built silicon and outlined its road map for next-generation vehicle autonomy, featuring a new software architecture enhanced by AI. “I could not be more excited for the work our teams are driving in autonomy and AI,” said RJ Scaringe, foun...

Aumovio, previously part of Continental's Automotive group sector, is set to exhibit at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas from Jan. 6–9, 2026. At CES 2026,  Aumovio will showcase its optical precision technologies and user experience expertise through its branded, personalized cockpit, featuring advanced display solutions such as vibrant color ePaper displays, switchable privacy options and organic light-emitting diode display-integrated cameras to enhance in-car ...

Oslo's public transport agency, Ruter, along with Holo, a company specializing in autonomous vehicle operations, has announced a partnership with MOIA to deploy the ID. Buzz AD. This vehicle, equipped with the Mobileye Drive self-driving system, is set to be operational by spring 2026. Over the past two years, Ruter and Holo have conducted extensive testing of autonomous development vehicles with the Mobileye Drive system, marking a transition to the second-generation self-driving system based o...

Nissan Motor and Wayve have signed definitive agreements to collaborate on integrating Wayve's AI technology with the next-generation ProPILOT series across a wide range of Nissan vehicles. This partnership will blend Wayve's AI software with Nissan's advanced driver assistance systems to enhance both ADAS and point-to-point advanced driving. Nissan launched ProPILOT in 2016, expanding its capabilities with ProPILOT 2.0 in 2019. In 2025, Nissan showcased a prototype featuring Wayve's AI software...

Mercedes-Benz Group has announced a partnership with Chinese software developer Momenta Global to introduce self-driving cars for Lumo Mobility in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This initiative represents Mercedes-Benz's first entry into the robo-taxi market. The companies will implement Level 4 automated driving, which allows for hands-free and eyes-off-road operation, in the next-generation S-Class set to launch in January 2026. This development will aid Lumo Mobility, a subsidiary of K...

Stellantis and Bolt have announced a partnership aimed at jointly exploring the development and deployment of Level 4 autonomous vehicles for commercial use across Europe. This collaboration will blend Stellantis' AV-Ready Platforms, including the eK0 medium-sized van and STLA Small platforms, with Bolt's extensive mobility network. Bolt, which operates ride-hailing services in over 50 countries, including 23 EU member states, plans to integrate Stellantis' autonomous vehicles into its shared mo...

StradVision, recognized for its AI-driven vision perception technology for vehicles, has announced its technology road map at AWS re:Invent 2025 in Las Vegas. Led by Insu Kim, head of Data Innovation Center, the presentation highlighted the company's expanded collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to address challenges in data processing, curation and AI-driven perception development. Stradvision is adopting a hybrid data architecture that combines its on-premise system with AWS cloud...

Sany Group has announced that its fourth-generation autonomous heavy-duty truck, developed in collaboration with Pony.ai, is close to being ready for mass production, with commercial operations expected to begin in 2026. This development is anticipated to solidify China's leadership in autonomous freight and further the digital, intelligent and environmentally friendly transformation of the logistics industry. The new autonomous truck model represents significant technical integration between...

Aurora Innovation announced a commercial agreement with Detmar Logistics to autonomously transport proppants for a major multinational oil and gas company. This marks the first autonomous transportation of frac sand on public roads in the Permian Basin. The partnership signifies Aurora's expansion beyond terminal-to-terminal routes, as the company plans to widen its network in 2026. According to Chris Urmson, co-founder and CEO of Aurora, autonomous operations will enable Detmar to achieve ...

Nissan, in collaboration with Kobe City, Japan, is set to initiate a field test of an autonomous mobility service in the Nada Gogo area on Jan. 19, 2026. This initiative aims to tackle transportation challenges and provide innovative mobility solutions that facilitate free travel for everyone. The Nada Gogo area in Kobe, a popular tourist destination known for its sake brewing and rich history, will benefit from Nissan's autonomous driving technology, offering tourists a novel travel experience ...

Hyundai Mobis established a specialized software research branch in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, complementing its existing integrated research and development center in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. The investment supports the South Korean supplier's dual R&D strategy tailored to the regional characteristics. Bengaluru, known for its vibrant software ecosystem, was chosen for its favorable software development environment, aligning with Hyundai Mobis’ goal to tap into local talent and meet...

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Waymo, an autonomous ride-hailing service and a subsidiary of Alphabet, plans to voluntarily issue a software recall after reports of its self-driving taxis illegally passing stopped school buses. This move follows an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) initiated in October, prompted by a media report that highlighted a Waymo autonomous vehicle failing to stop for a school bus despite flashing red lights and deployed stop arms. A video aired by WXIA-TV in ...

CATL and Hellobike's robo-taxi joint venture is preparing to deliver its first SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicles in small batches by March 2026, with mass production expected by June 2026. This initiative involves a partnership with Dongfeng Nissan's Venucia brand to develop the initial model based on the VX6 platform. The mobility platform, which includes Ant Group, an affiliate of Alibaba Group, was established in June 2025 to focus on advancing autonomous driving technology. The partners have i...

Hesai Technology, a global company specializing in lidar solutions, announced its participation in Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, which will take place in Las Vegas from Jan. 6–9, 2026. In 2025, Hesai achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first lidar company to deliver more than 2 million cumulative lidar units, supporting large-scale applications in the automotive and robotics sectors in response to the growing global demand for advanced autonomy. The advanced driver a...

Waymo announced that humans will begin test-driving its robo-taxi vehicles in Baltimore, Pittsburgh and St. Louis. These cities are the latest addition to Waymo's expanding list of 26 markets where the company is either operating its robo-taxis, planning to launch services, or starting testing. Waymo plans to begin manual drives in early December in these three cities, with the aim of eventually providing fully autonomous rides, according to spokesperson Ethan Teicher. Recently, Waymo has bee...

At Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas in January 2026, Aumovio will introduce an advanced camera system designed to enhance vehicle safety in adverse weather conditions such as fog, snow and rain. This next-generation camera leverages AI to deliver clear, high-resolution images, improving driver visibility and safety throughout the year. The camera system is a response to the growing demand for advanced driver assistance technologies, driven by standards from organizations such...

Astemo Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan-based automotive supplier Astemo, announced the opening of a new sales and engineering office in East Liberty, Ohio, US. The facility is located next to an independent test course operated by Transportation Research Center Inc. and is designed to enhance local technical development and collaboration with customers. The new office will function as both a sales office and a development site, featuring office space for employees and two garage ...