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• [New] In November, Waymo said it would begin rolling out fully autonomous rides in the three Texas cities for employees, before launching for the public in 2026. CNet
• [New] Google's Waymo announced today that its autonomous robotaxi service will be available to the public in five new US cities - Miami, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando - beginning in 2026. Sherwood News
• [New] Waymo is advancing its autonomous vehicle operations by removing safety operators from its robotaxi fleet in Miami, marking a significant step towards a commercial launch in 2026. Tipranks
• [New] In a couple of years, driverless taxis are going to be ubiquitous across the Republican-dominated Sun Belt. Understanding AI
• [New] Waymo will become the first robotaxi provider in the US to offer driverless rides on highways, a milestone that positions it to better compete with ride-hailing companies and traditional taxi services. Bloomberg
• [New] The Google-owned robotaxi company is betting big on nationwide rollout while tackling its toughest challenge yet: winter driving conditions that could make or break autonomous vehicle adoption. The Tech Buzz
• [New] Autonomous vehicles could create a $10 trillion opportunity for the ride-hailing industry over the long term. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Uber is adopting a unique strategy that could place it at the top of the autonomous ride-hailing industry worldwide. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Driverless taxis from Waymo will be on London's roads in 2026. Birmingham Live
• [New] Tesla is a leading developer of autonomous technologies, but it faces significant risks on the journey to commercialization. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Tesla has signaled that existing vehicle owners might participate in Robotaxi fleets, transforming personal vehicles into revenue-generating autonomous assets. / USA TESMAG
• [New] To address the diverse mobility needs of Singaporeans, LTA will gather views on the impact of new technology such as artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles, as well as explore ways to improve the safety and inclusivity of walking, cycling and public transport. Yahoo News Singapore
• The most defining prediction for 2026 constitutes the mainstream weaponization of Agentic AI: autonomous, goal-oriented systems that can plan and execute complex tasks without constant human oversight. icertglobal.com
• A new California law that kicks in 2026 will help authorities to hold driverless car companies responsible for traffic violations. Spectrum News 1 South Texas / El Paso
• Waymo, the robotaxi startup backed by Alphabet (GOOGL), will become the first company to offer driverless rides on U.S. highways, expanding its coverage beyond city streets. Morningstar, Inc.
• By tackling the complexities of highway driving, Waymo is demonstrating the maturity and capabilities of its self-driving technology, which could pave the way for broader acceptance and adoption of autonomous vehicles. Skill Farm
• In 2026, more autonomous ships are likely to enter service. Forbes
• Tesla's AI roadmap, including Cybercab and Optimus robots, aims to unlock $1 trillion in valuation by 2026 through autonomous mobility and industrial automation. Ainvest
• Autonomous vehicles could account for 15% of passenger vehicles sold by 2030, fundamentally changing urban mobility patterns. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• Between 2025 and 2028, we will see the first cities with fully integrated autonomous transportation networks. #1 Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, F
• Autonomous trucking could soar into a $600 billion industry by 2035. altLINE
• Caterpillar announced plans to triple its autonomous truck fleet from 690 vehicles to over 2,000 by 2030, driven by projected 50% growth in mining capital expenditures and accelerating adoption in smaller mines and quarries. The AV Market Strategist

Last updated: 23 November 2025