Uber, Wayve and Nissan plan to launch a robotaxi service in Tokyo this year

Nissan will integrate Wayve’s self-driving software into the Leaf with the goal of making the vehicles available on the Uber app in Tokyo.

Honda cancels Zero Series EVs, citing ‘extremely challenging’ situation
Honda cancels Zero Series EVs, citing ‘extremely challenging’ situation

Farewell, Honda Zero. We never knew thee. Honda is cancelling its Zero Series SUV and Saloon, as well as the Acura RSX EVs, citing an “extremely challenging earnings situation.” The Japanese automaker, which unsuccessfully tried to merge with Nissan last year, said it expected to make a net loss of ¥360 billion (~$2.5 billion) to […]

Honda scraps 3 EVs planned for the US, blaming tariffs and Chinese competition

The Japanese automaker said the change of plans will cost it up to $15.7 billion.

You can now ask Google Maps ‘complex, real-world questions’ — and Gemini will answer
You can now ask Google Maps ‘complex, real-world questions’ — and Gemini will answer

Google is continuing to weave Gemini into the firmament of its most-used products. Today, it announced that Google Maps was getting a new AI-powered “Ask Maps” feature that allows for “complex, real-world questions” with highly detailed, personalized responses. In the past, Google Maps would struggle with hyper-specific questions like “where can I charge my phone […]

Group14 opens factory to produce battery materials for flash charging EVs

The startup’s new BAM-3 facility can make enough silicon anode material annually to supply about 100,000 long-range EVs.

The Iran War: A Reminder Why Electric Vehicles Protect Consumers

The Iran conflict highlights America’s risky oil dependence. Electric vehicles offer a solution, shielding drivers from price spikes and securing US energy independence.

Tesla’s Best Growth Story Isn’t Robotaxis—It’s Batteries

Tesla’s robotaxi and humanoid-robot promises remain unproven businesses. Its energy division isn’t. And therein lies the company’s next bright idea.

Nuro is testing its autonomous vehicle tech on Tokyo’s streets

Nuro began testing its self-driving software on public roads in Tokyo, marking the first international expansion for the AV startup.

Ford’s new AI assistant will help fleet owners know if seatbelts are being used

Ford Pro AI debuted at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis and is now available to all of its U.S.-based Pro telematics subscribers.

Ride-hailing inDrive acquires Pakistan’s Krave Mart to bolster grocery delivery

inDrive has closed its acquisition of KraveMart, expanding grocery delivery in a market dominated by Foodpanda.