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Einride Raises New Capital to Accelerate Global Autonomous Freight Push
Einride has raised about $100 million in capital to accelerate the rollout of its autonomous freight solutions and grow its global footprint.
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Zoox Begins Autonomous Vehicle Testing in Washington, D.C.
Zoox is expanding its autonomous vehicle testing to Washington, D.C., marking its first entry into the Mid-Atlantic region. The move builds on the company’s ongoing rollout across major U.S. cities.
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Waymo Adds YouTube Music to Autonomous Ride Experience
Waymo has added YouTube Music to its in-car entertainment options. Riders with a YouTube Music Premium or YouTube Premium account can now connect through the Waymo app and listen during autonomous rides.
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Pony.ai Granted Dubai Permit to Launch Robotaxi Trials
Pony.ai has been authorized by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to conduct autonomous driving trials on public roads. The permit allows the company to start pilot testing in specific areas of the city.
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Nissan Demonstrates AI-Driven ProPILOT System Ahead of 2027 Launch
Nissan is testing its next-generation ProPILOT system on Tokyo streets. The new version combines AI and LiDAR to handle dense urban traffic and is a key step in advancing the company’s driver-assist capabilities.
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Waymo Safety Gains Climb, Now Reports 91% Fewer Serious Crashes Than Humans
Waymo has updated its public safety data hub to reflect 96 million rider-only miles driven through June 2025, revealing improved safety outcomes over its March 2025 report.
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Waymo Expands Autonomous Rides to Nashville via Lyft Partnership
Waymo is bringing its driverless ride-hailing service to Nashville. The launch is happening through a partnership with Lyft, combining Waymo’s self-driving technology with Lyft’s vehicle operations arm, Flexdrive. This will be Waymo’s first deployment in Tennessee.
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Autonomous Lyft Rides Launch in Midtown Atlanta with May Mobility
Lyft and May Mobility have launched their first autonomous vehicle service together, starting with a pilot in Midtown Atlanta. Riders using the Lyft app can now be matched with one of May Mobility’s hybrid-electric Toyota Sienna Autono-MaaS vehicles.
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Zoox Launches Its First Public Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas
Zoox is now live in Las Vegas, offering its autonomous ride-hailing service to the public after months of testing. The company says this is the first time a fully driverless service is operating in vehicles built specifically for autonomy.
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International Motors Begins Testing Autonomous Trucks on I-35 Corridor
International Motors announced the launch of customer fleet trials using its second-generation autonomous vehicles. Conducted in partnership with PlusAI, the pilot represents what the company calls a significant step in advancing its autonomous program.
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Waymo Expands Autonomous Footprint to Seattle and Denver
Waymo is extending its autonomous vehicle footprint to two new U.S. cities. In a company blog post, it confirmed plans to enter the Seattle metro area and begin service in Denver this fall, marking the latest phase in its national rollout.
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Isuzu to Open Japan’s First Autonomous Truck Test Course by a Commercial Vehicle Maker
Isuzu Motors will launch a dedicated autonomous driving test course at its Hokkaido Proving Ground, marking the first such facility in Japan established by a commercial vehicle manufacturer.