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Feds Are Looking to Remove a Major Roadblock for Driverless Robotaxis: The Steering Wheel
Almost every car on the road requires a steering wheel at the moment. That sounds obvious, but with the advent of driverless cars and tech billionaires claiming that full self-driving is already here, it's easy to see how the public…
MG Wants To Out-Mini Mini With Its New Electric Concept
MG is working on a small electric city car for 2027. The GO! concept previews a production hatch and looks a lot like a Mini, with MG heritage cues. If MG gets the price and design right, this could be…
New Jersey Law Would Outlaw Tesla’s Camera-Based Robotaxi Tech
My home state of New Jersey might be putting its foot down and squashing Tesla's Cybercab robotaxis before they even get there. As spotted by The Verge, a bill that's currently under consideration in the state would prevent companies from operating…
Mercedes EV Sales Jumped 50% In Q2. That’s Mostly Thanks To Europe
Mercedes EV sales (cars and vans) jumped 50% in Q2, even as its overall passenger-car sales fell. Europe accounted for roughly 82% of Mercedes’ global electric car sales. New models have given Mercedes EV sales momentum at home, but it's…
Don’t Get Too Rowdy In A Waymo, Kids, Or This Could Happen To You
Waymo called the cops on two teens who were allegedly drinking and shooting Orbeez from one of its vehicles. Authorities worked with Waymo's Operations team to trick the teens into staying in the car because it was "having issues." Police…
I Saw Scout’s New Trucks Up Close. They Could Be Worth The Wait
Scout Motors plans to launch its extended-range electric SUV, the Traveler, in 2028. The company hosted a brand event to showcase its prototypes and connect with potential customers at Rolling Stone's Stateside Fest, where I got an up-close look at…
Toyota Delays 2027 Highlander EV As Demand For Gas Model Remains Robust
Toyota is delaying the 2027 Highlander EV. The automaker said the model will get some additional adjustments ahead of launch. Sales of the current gas and hybrid Highlander have been robust, which may explain the hold-up. Toyota's electric vehicle offensive…