Explore transportation trends, from electric vehicles to autonomous driving and sustainable mobility.
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Volkswagen of America and Uber have announced a bold plan to bring autonomous electric ride-hailing to multiple U.S. cities, starting with Los Angeles in 2026. The partnership will deploy a fleet of self-driving VW ID. Buzz vans — retro-inspired electric vehicles powered by Mobileye’s autonomous driving tech — with the
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In a move that further links ride-hailing with air travel, Delta Air Lines and Uber have launched a new partnership allowing U.S.-based Delta SkyMiles members to earn frequent flyer miles when using Uber or Uber Eats. The collaboration strengthens Uber’s positioning within the lucrative airport segment, while
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Uber is rolling out its airport shuttle service in Atlanta, marking the latest expansion of its Uber Shuttle program. Starting next month, the company will begin transporting passengers to and from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with regular, affordable service. The new service will offer multiple pickup and drop-off locations across
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New York City: a place where you can grab a dollar slice at 2 a.m., get McDonald’s delivered in under 30 minutes, and still spend two hours stuck in traffic trying to catch a flight. Archer Aviation wants to flip that narrative — not by fixing the roads, but
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Lyft has announced its first foray into the European market with a $197 million cash acquisition of FREENOW, a leading multi-mobility platform headquartered in Germany. The deal, which will see Lyft acquire FREENOW from BMW and Mercedes-Benz Mobility, marks a strategic turning point for the U.S.-based ride-hailing company.
Travel
In a significant move that reflects a broader industry trend, American Airlines has announced it will begin offering complimentary inflight Wi-Fi to its AAdvantage loyalty program members starting in January. Sponsored by AT&T, this initiative aligns American with other major U.S. carriers that are moving toward making
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After months of showcasing its autonomous tech across the U.S., Nuro has raised $106 million in fresh capital — a strategic move to advance its new licensing-focused business model and deepen commercial partnerships. The Series E round, while a down round compared to previous valuations, brings Nuro’s total funding
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Amazon’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, has officially hit the streets of Los Angeles—but not with its iconic robotaxis just yet. Instead, the company has deployed a fleet of manually-driven Toyota Highlanders, retrofitted with its self-driving technology, to begin a crucial phase of data gathering and mapping across the
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Despite economic headwinds and geopolitical uncertainty, artificial intelligence continues to dominate the investment landscape. A prime example is Rescale, a rising force in AI-driven physics modeling, which just closed a $115 million Series D funding round. The round attracted a powerhouse roster of backers, including Nvidia and Foxconn, and added
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Waymo, the self-driving arm of Alphabet, has announced its plans to launch a commercial robotaxi service in Washington D.C. by 2026. The rides will be available through the Waymo One app, adding the nation’s capital to a growing list of U.S. cities where the company is deploying
Automotive
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has officially surpassed Tesla in annual sales and vehicle deliveries, marking a major milestone in the global EV race. In a Monday earnings release, BYD reported an impressive $107 billion in 2024 revenue, outpacing Tesla’s $97.7 billion. The Shenzhen-based automaker also delivered a
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South Korean conglomerate Hyundai is set to unveil a sweeping $20 billion investment into U.S. manufacturing and onshoring efforts, a move that includes a new $5 billion next-generation steel plant in Louisiana. The announcement is expected to be made Monday at the White House alongside President Donald Trump, Hyundai