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Foretellix Prepares to Show off AI-Powered Autonomy at CES

5Dec

By E.WilsonNo Comments

Foretellix Prepares to Show off AI-Powered Autonomy at CES

At this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Foretellix is set to unveil its latest advancements in data automation for autonomous vehicles. Roger Ordman, the company’s VP of marketing, talks about what he looks forward to most and how his team will showcase their innovative solutions.Key TakeawaysCES 2026 marks a shift towards AI-powered autonomy in vehicles.The Foretify toolchain is designed for efficient development of autonomous driving systems.Demonstrations will highlight the benefits of integrating with Nvidia and Voxel51 technologies.When asked about his favorite part of CES, Ordman gushes over the energy. “It’s a place where people from all corners come together to share ideas,” he says. He's particularly excited for this year as it showcases how AI is taking center stage in au...

Waymo Robotaxi Navigates LAPD Crime Scene in Los Angeles

4Dec

By M.ChenNo Comments

News, Tech & Autonomous

Waymo Robotaxi Navigates LAPD Crime Scene in Los Angeles

A video surfaced showing a Waymo robotaxi navigating through an intersection where police officers were arresting a suspect at gunpoint. The incident highlights the challenges autonomous vehicles face when encountering unusual scenarios.Key TakeawaysThe Waymo vehicle paused briefly but continued driving without stopping or reversing.LAPD stated that the robotaxi did not interfere with their operations and the arrest was completed successfully.Waymo emphasized safety as a top priority, noting this incident will contribute to improving autonomous technology.The video shows a Waymo vehicle turning left at an intersection while police were arresting a suspect. The robotaxi slowed down but didn't stop or reverse despite the situation being potentially dangerous for both officers and civilians p...

Tesla Expands Robotaxi Fleet in Austin to 29 Vehicles

2Dec

By AGN EditorNo Comments

EV & Electric Cars, News

Tesla Expands Robotaxi Fleet in Austin to 29 Vehicles

Tesla has increased its fleet of robotaxis operating in Austin, Texas, to a total of 29 vehicles as of December 1, 2025. This expansion comes after Elon Musk's recent statement that the number of test cars would roughly double by the end of the year.Key TakeawaysTesla has 29 robotaxis currently in operation in Austin, Texas.The company aims to have 500 robotaxi vehicles in Austin by the end of 2025 but is unlikely to meet this target.Deutsche Bank predicts up to 1,500 Tesla robotaxis could be roaming San Francisco and Austin before 2026.The current fleet of Tesla's robotaxi prototypes includes human safety drivers who monitor the vehicles' performance. Despite Musk’s promise that these cars would become fully autonomous by December 2025, it appears that this goal may not be met due to ongo...

WeRide and Uber Launch Autonomous Robotaxis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2Dec

By S.MartinezNo Comments

News

WeRide and Uber Launch Autonomous Robotaxis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Imagine a city where the future of transportation is already here. In October 2025, WeRide and Uber introduced their first publicly accessible autonomous robotaxi service in Riyadh, connecting Roshn Front with Princess Noura University.Key TakeawaysWeRide's Robotaxi became the first to secure an autonomous driving permit in Saudi Arabia.The collaboration between WeRide and Uber was supported by the Transport General Authority (TGA).Early government-industry collaboration is crucial for deploying safe and effective autonomous vehicles.In a groundbreaking move, WeRide's Robotaxi service began offering rides through the Uber platform in Riyadh. This initiative, which started with extensive testing and validation by multiple government agencies, marks a significant milestone in the deployment ...

Preventive Maintenance for Autonomous Vehicle Sensors: Ensuring Safety

1Dec

By M.ChenNo Comments

Guides & Maintenance, News, Tech & Autonomous

Preventive Maintenance for Autonomous Vehicle Sensors: Ensuring Safety

Autonomous vehicles (AVs) rely heavily on a suite of sensors to navigate and make decisions safely. These sensors, including LiDAR, cameras, and radar, must be meticulously maintained to ensure they function correctly under all conditions. A failure in any part of the sensor system can lead to critical errors, compromising vehicle safety.Key TakeawaysMaintenance of AV sensors is crucial for preventing data inaccuracies that could result in dangerous driving situations.Routine cleaning and inspection are essential practices to ensure the longevity and reliability of sensor systems.The impact of weather conditions on sensor performance highlights the need for robust maintenance protocols.LiDAR, a critical component of AVs, uses laser technology to create detailed 3D maps of the environment. ...

Beamr’s Adaptive Video Compression for Autonomous Vehicle Data

30Nov

By M.ChenNo Comments

Guides & Maintenance, Industry & Business, News

Beamr’s Adaptive Video Compression for Autonomous Vehicle Data

The autonomous vehicle (AV) industry is grappling with the challenge of managing petabyte-scale video data, which strains infrastructure and increases costs. Beamr’s Dani Megrelishvili recently discussed their content-adaptive bitrate technology that aims to alleviate these issues by compressing video data without compromising machine learning model accuracy.Key TakeawaysBeamr's technology reduces storage and transfer costs for AV companies managing petabyte-scale datasets.The compression method is content-adaptive, ensuring that different video scenes are compressed with optimal parameters to maintain model performance.Petabyte-scale data management challenges include high cloud storage fees, network transfer limitations, and infrastructure scaling pressure.Beamr’s technology offers a sol...

Horiba Mira and Tier IV Team Up for Autonomous Bus Project in Europe

30Nov

By J.CarterNo Comments

News, Tech & Autonomous

Horiba Mira and Tier IV Team Up for Autonomous Bus Project in Europe

Horiba Mira, a leading automotive engineering consultancy with extensive experience in vehicle testing and development, has joined forces with Tier IV to advance autonomous driving technology in the UK and Europe. The partnership will see Horiba Mira providing its world-class facilities and engineering expertise for safety validation and regulatory compliance, while Tier IV supplies its cutting-edge Level 4-compliant Minibus 2.0 and sensor suite.Key TakeawaysThe collaboration aims to deploy an autonomous bus project at Horiba Mira’s proving ground in the UK, targeting Level 4 operation.Tier IV will leverage Horiba Mira's engineering and testing expertise to localize its technology for European environments.Horiba Mira has made significant investments in autonomous vehicle technologies over...

Tesla’s FSD Testing Expands in Spain: A Major Milestone for Autonomous Driving

29Nov

By E.WilsonNo Comments

News, Tech & Autonomous

Tesla’s FSD Testing Expands in Spain: A Major Milestone for Autonomous Driving

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) program is making significant strides across Europe, with Spain emerging as a key testing ground. The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT), the Spanish traffic authority, has launched an ES-AV framework to standardize and regulate automated vehicle testing in the country.Key TakeawaysTesla is actively testing FSD cars across Spain under a new legal framework.The ES-AV program allows for nationwide testing of autonomous vehicles at various technological maturity stages.Spain aims to become a leader in automated vehicle technology through this initiative.This expansion comes as part of the DGT’s ES-AV Program, which was introduced in July 2025. The program is designed to support innovation and advancement in automotive technology while ensuring safety standards ...

Uber Launches Fully Driverless Robotaxis in Abu Dhabi with WeRide

28Nov

By AGN EditorNo Comments

Industry & Business, News, Tech & Autonomous

Uber Launches Fully Driverless Robotaxis in Abu Dhabi with WeRide

Uber has launched the first fully driverless robotaxi service outside the United States, offering Level 4 autonomous rides on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Passengers can book these vehicles through UberX and Uber Comfort as well as a new “Autonomous” category.Key TakeawaysThe launch was supported by the world’s first city-level fully driverless Robotaxi permit outside of the US, issued to WeRide and Uber in Abu Dhabi.WeRide-operated vehicles can now be booked via UberX, Uber Comfort, and a new “Autonomous” category.The service is part of a wider plan by WeRide and Uber to expand their autonomous vehicle footprint across the Middle East over the next few years.Uber’s partnership with Chinese self-driving specialist WeRide began in December 2024, expanding to cover half of Abu Dhabi's main urban...

26Nov

By J.CarterNo Comments

Industry & Business, News, Tech & Autonomous

Uber Launches Driverless Robotaxis in Abu Dhabi with WeRide

Uber has expanded its autonomous vehicle footprint to the Middle East, launching driverless robotaxi services in Abu Dhabi through a partnership with Chinese AV company WeRide. This marks Uber's fourth market for fully automated rides, following Austin, Phoenix, and Atlanta in the U.S.The introduction of these vehicles in Yas Island represents a significant milestone as it is the first such service to operate without human oversight in the Middle East region. Previously, Uber had been testing autonomous technology with safety operators on board since December 2023 in Abu Dhabi, and similarly in Riyadh earlier this year.Riders can now book WeRide robotaxis through the Uber app by selecting the autonomous option when requesting an UberX or Uber Comfort ride. The service is currently limited ...