Wayve has introduced GAIA-3, the newest evolution of its generative world model and a significant leap forward in how autonomous driving systems can be evaluated and validated. Positioned as a major upgrade to the already influential GAIA-2, the latest model is engineered to provide richer, more accurate simulations aimed at

The safety validation of autonomous vehicles (AVs) is navigating a critical crossroads. Currently, the testing landscape is fragmented, often relying on proprietary, company-specific methods that make apples-to-apples comparisons nearly impossible. To solve this, the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) and Sweden’s AstaZero have forged an international partnership, successfully integrating their

The race to redefine urban transportation has taken a major turn across the Atlantic. In a strategic maneuver that signals a new phase for autonomous vehicles in Europe, Bolt, the Estonia-based behemoth and leading European mobility platform, has announced a definitive partnership with Chinese autonomous driving powerhouse, Pony.ai. This East-meets-West

In the rapidly evolving landscape of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), the integrity and reliability of radar sensors are paramount. Recognising the industry’s need for highly accurate, yet practical, testing solutions outside the traditional R&D lab, dSPACE has introduced its latest innovation: the Darts Arrow. This cutting-edge radar target simulator is

Tier IV has been chosen to participate in a new initiative funded by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), aimed at accelerating the integration of autonomous driving technologies throughout the public sector. The project represents a significant step in Japan’s nationwide effort to modernize mobility infrastructure and evaluate

Baidu, Inc. revealed that its autonomous ride-hailing platform, Apollo Go, together with AutoGo—an emerging leader in the UAE’s autonomous mobility sector—has moved into a major new stage of collaboration aimed at deploying a large fleet of self-driving vehicles across Abu Dhabi. Under the expanded partnership, the two companies plan to

A major milestone has been reached in the autonomous freight industry as Waabi and Volvo Autonomous Solutions (VAS) announce the successful integration of the Waabi Driver with the Volvo VNL Autonomous. The collaboration unites Waabi’s advanced artificial intelligence with Volvo’s purpose-built autonomous truck, marking a significant stride toward large-scale deployment

The BMW Group has achieved a major milestone in automotive technology, becoming the first car manufacturer in Germany to receive international certification under the new UN Regulation No. 171 for Driver Control Assistance Systems (DCAS). This landmark approval allows the company to roll out its advanced Motorway Assistant across multiple

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its latest design masterpiece, the Vision Iconic show car — a concept that gracefully bridges the past and the future. Described by the company as an “opulent yet timeless presence,” the Vision Iconic celebrates the brand’s rich heritage while embracing tomorrow’s intelligent, electrified world. At the heart

Stellantis has announced a landmark partnership with Nvidia, Uber Technologies, and Foxconn to jointly develop and deploy Level 4 autonomous vehicles designed for robotaxi services across global markets. This strategic alliance builds on Stellantis’s growing momentum in autonomous mobility, following its recent agreement with Pony.ai to pilot self-driving vehicles in