Germany is once again setting the benchmark for automated driving, as Mercedes-Benz gains approval to test special marker lights for its Level-3 autonomous driving system, DRIVE PILOT. The Stuttgart Regional Council has granted nationwide permission for these tests until July 2028, making Germany the first country in Europe to introduce this innovation. The move enhances […]
Hyundai Motor Company has officially entered into a strategic partnership with Avride, an emerging autonomous vehicle and delivery robot startup. This collaboration is set to drive the expansion of self-driving technology, with a key focus on deploying up to 100 autonomous IONIQ 5 robotaxis by 2025. The foundation of this partnership traces back to 2019, […]
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and its subsidiary, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems, Ltd. (MHI-MS), are set to participate in Japan’s first autonomous truck trial on a section of the Shin-Tomei Expressway. The trial, initiated by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), the National Institute for Land and Infrastructure Management (NILIM), and […]
WeRide is set to mark a significant milestone in autonomous mobility with the launch of its first fully driverless commercial Robobus service in Europe. Partnering with Beti, Renault Group, and Macif, WeRide will introduce its L4 autonomous shuttle service in France’s Drôme region. This deployment will offer a high-level automated transportation solution, operating at speeds […]
In a groundbreaking step toward enhancing efficiency, Royal Schiphol Group, in partnership with KLM, is deploying a cutting-edge self-driving baggage vehicle developed by Aurrigo International. This initiative aims to improve the management of passenger baggage, particularly for those with extended layovers, by optimizing how baggage with long transfer times is handled. Schiphol Airport manages approximately […]
Mobileye has unveiled a groundbreaking series of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) designed to provide modular solutions for different levels of driving automation. These ECUs cater to a wide spectrum of automation needs, ranging from advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to fully autonomous vehicles. The series is powered by the cutting-edge EyeQ6H chip and is available […]
Tier IV, a company pioneering the world’s first open-source software for autonomous driving, has successfully completed a series of robotaxi pilot tests in Tokyo, Japan. These tests, conducted as part of a phased strategy toward commercialization, took place in two key areas—Odaiba in November 2024 and Nishi-Shinjuku in December 2024. This achievement represents a major […]
WeRide, a leader in autonomous driving technology, has received official approval to begin commercial operations of its latest-generation robotaxi, the GXR, in Beijing. This marks a significant milestone as the GXR becomes WeRide’s second robotaxi model to operate completely driverless in Beijing. It is also the company’s first large-scale deployment of the GXR in China, […]
Pony.ai, a global frontrunner in autonomous mobility, has officially launched its paid robotaxi services in Guangzhou, making history as the first company authorized to operate commercial autonomous rides across the city. This milestone marks a significant step toward integrating self-driving technology into everyday transportation, providing seamless connectivity between Guangzhou’s bustling city center and major transit […]
Stellantis has officially launched STLA AutoDrive 1.0, its first in-house-developed automated driving system, marking a significant step in the company’s technological evolution. This cutting-edge system offers hands-free, eyes-off driving (SAE Level 3) capabilities, aiming to enhance driver convenience and transform commuting experiences. Smarter Driving, Less Stress Designed to operate at speeds of up to 60 […]
