Search

Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions

8049 results for "self-driving trucks"

Self-Driving Trucks Now Handle Night Driving, Construction
VideosMar 10

Self-Driving Trucks Now Handle Night Driving, Construction

Autonomous trucks just got smart enough to drive 24/7, navigating construction zones and dark highways while moving real freight across Texas. This breakthrough could reshape how America moves goods while making roads safer.

The Robot Report2 min read
PepsiCo Partners with Gatik for Self-Driving Truck Fleet
Videos3h ago

PepsiCo Partners with Gatik for Self-Driving Truck Fleet

One of the world's largest food and beverage companies is expanding its use of self-driving trucks across North America, marking a major milestone for autonomous technology in everyday supply chains. The partnership between PepsiCo and Gatik is already delivering products with 98% on-time performance across three states.

The Robot Report2 min read
California Opens Roads to Self-Driving Trucks Statewide
VideosMay 1

California Opens Roads to Self-Driving Trucks Statewide

California just reversed its ban on autonomous trucks, clearing the way for self-driving big rigs to test and deploy across the state. The new rules also give first responders powerful tools to control all autonomous vehicles during emergencies.

The Robot Report2 min read
Waabi Raises $1B to Launch Self-Driving Trucks and Taxis
VideosJan 28

Waabi Raises $1B to Launch Self-Driving Trucks and Taxis

A Canadian AI company just secured the largest tech funding in the country's history to bring safer autonomous vehicles to roads across North America. Their breakthrough technology uses one "shared brain" to power both self-driving trucks and taxis.

The Robot Report2 min read
BYD Invests $14.5M in Self-Driving Mining Trucks
VideosFeb 7

BYD Invests $14.5M in Self-Driving Mining Trucks

A Chinese startup is making mines safer with autonomous electric trucks that swap batteries and drive themselves. Now EV giant BYD just bet $14.5 million the technology will transform mining worldwide.

Electrek2 min read
Israel Approves Tesla Self-Driving Tests on Public Roads
InnovationFeb 2

Israel Approves Tesla Self-Driving Tests on Public Roads

Israel just greenlit Tesla's autonomous driving system for real-world road trials, marking a major step toward integrating self-driving technology into everyday life. The carefully monitored pilot program will help shape the future of transportation in the region.

Google News - Israel Technology2 min read
1966 Mustang Runs Tesla Self-Driving for $40K
VideosMay 2

1966 Mustang Runs Tesla Self-Driving for $40K

A California auto shop owner spent two years and $40,000 converting a classic Ford Mustang into a fully electric Tesla with working self-driving software. The project proves Tesla's advanced technology can work in vehicles it was never designed for.

Electrek3 min read
Netherlands Approves Tesla Self-Driving, First in Europe
InnovationApr 11

Netherlands Approves Tesla Self-Driving, First in Europe

The Netherlands just became the first European country to approve Tesla's supervised self-driving technology after 18 months of rigorous safety testing. Dutch regulators say the system could dramatically improve road safety by reducing human error on highways and city streets.

Google News - Netherlands Technology2 min read
Military Drone Research Could Make Self-Driving Cars Safer
InnovationMar 3

Military Drone Research Could Make Self-Driving Cars Safer

Decades of military drone operations have taught engineers exactly how to make self-driving cars safer and more reliable. A former Navy fighter pilot is sharing five critical lessons that could prevent accidents and save lives on our roads.

IEEE Spectrum2 min read
BYD Unveils China's First Self-Made 4nm Driving Chip
InnovationMay 29

BYD Unveils China's First Self-Made 4nm Driving Chip

Chinese automaker BYD just became the only car company in the world with complete control over its self-driving technology, launching China's first homegrown 4nm smart driving chip. The breakthrough puts advanced autonomous driving within reach while slashing costs.

Electrek2 min read
BYD Pays for Self-Driving Crashes Tesla Won't Cover
InnovationJun 1

BYD Pays for Self-Driving Crashes Tesla Won't Cover

Chinese automaker BYD is doing something no car company has done before: paying for crashes when its self-driving system is at fault. It's a game-changing move that puts accountability where the technology lives.

Electrek2 min read
Self-Driving Cars Now Testing on Tokyo's Crowded Streets
InnovationMar 12

Self-Driving Cars Now Testing on Tokyo's Crowded Streets

Autonomous vehicle companies are taking their technology to one of the world's most challenging cities. Tokyo's narrow streets and dense traffic are becoming the ultimate testing ground for self-driving cars that could transform urban transportation worldwide.

Engadget2 min read
UK Startup Wayve Raises $1.2B for Self-Driving Tech
InnovationFeb 25

UK Startup Wayve Raises $1.2B for Self-Driving Tech

A British self-driving car company just landed $1.2 billion from tech giants and automakers who believe its smarter approach could finally bring autonomous vehicles to everyday drivers. Unlike competitors building expensive custom systems, Wayve created AI that works with any car's existing sensors and chips.

TechCrunch2 min read
New AI Helps Self-Driving Cars Remember Roads Like Humans
InnovationApr 17

New AI Helps Self-Driving Cars Remember Roads Like Humans

Scientists created an AI system that lets self-driving cars recall past road situations to make safer decisions in traffic. The breakthrough could make autonomous vehicles smarter in complex, unpredictable situations.

Google News - AI Breakthrough3 min read
Orange-Sized Radar Sensor Makes Self-Driving Cars Safer
VideosMar 3

Orange-Sized Radar Sensor Makes Self-Driving Cars Safer

Scientists at Rice University created a roadside sensor the size of an orange that helps self-driving cars see hidden obstacles like pedestrians and cyclists. The device works like a second set of eyes, catching blind spots that car sensors miss.

Phys.org - Technology3 min read
UK Self-Driving Startup Raises $1.5B to Launch Robotaxis
InnovationFeb 25

UK Self-Driving Startup Raises $1.5B to Launch Robotaxis

British AI company Wayve just secured one of the UK's largest ever funding rounds to bring self-driving cars to London streets this year. The technology can handle everything from potholes to busy city centers without pre-mapped routes.

BBC Technology2 min read
MIT Chip Could Make Self-Driving Cars Safer and Cheaper
InnovationMay 7

MIT Chip Could Make Self-Driving Cars Safer and Cheaper

MIT researchers just solved a major problem that's kept lidar sensors bulky and expensive. Their breakthrough could bring safer, more affordable self-driving cars to our roads within years.

MIT News3 min read
Waymo's 6th Gen Self-Driving Cars Hit Streets in 2026
VideosFeb 14

Waymo's 6th Gen Self-Driving Cars Hit Streets in 2026

Waymo just launched its most advanced self-driving system yet, bringing safer autonomous rides to more cities while cutting costs. After nearly 200 million fully autonomous miles, the tech is getting better and cheaper at the same time.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Netherlands Approves Tesla Self-Driving Tech First in EU
InnovationApr 11

Netherlands Approves Tesla Self-Driving Tech First in EU

Tesla owners in the Netherlands just got the green light to use Full Self-Driving features, making it the first European country to approve the technology after 18 months of rigorous safety testing. The breakthrough could soon expand across all EU member states.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Netherlands Greenlights Tesla's Self-Driving Tech in EU First
InnovationApr 12

Netherlands Greenlights Tesla's Self-Driving Tech in EU First

The Netherlands just became the first country in Europe to approve Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology after 18 months of rigorous testing. This breakthrough could pave the way for safer roads across the entire European Union.

The Verge2 min read

Showing 20 of 8049