The Blackout Test: Why Waymo Froze and FSD Didn't
When San Francisco went dark, Waymo's fleet froze while Tesla's FSD navigated the chaos. This incident reveals the critical flaw in map-based autonomy.
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Waymo's Dark Mode: When the Grid Died
The recent San Francisco blackout didn't just kill the lights; it paralyzed the city's most advanced robots. Why Waymo's fleet froze in the dark, and what it reveals about the fragile link between AI and the aging power grid.
Waymo Targets $100B Valuation in New Funding Round
Alphabet's autonomous driving unit is reportedly in talks to raise $15 billion at a valuation exceeding $100 billion, signaling a massive vote of confidence in the robotaxi business model.
Aurora Launches Driverless Trucks on Permian Public Roads
Aurora Innovation partners with Detmar Logistics to deploy driverless trucks on public roads in the Permian Basin by Q2 2026, marking a critical shift from private lease roads to commercial highway logistics.
Waymo's School Bus Recall: The Hidden Cost of Software-Defined Fleets
Waymo recalls 3,000+ driverless cars after software failed to respect school bus stop signs. Why this OTA update signals a new era of regulatory friction for robotaxis.