Global Scans · Driverless · Weekly Summary

• [New] Motional, a U.S. joint venture of Hyundai Motor, plans to commercialize a fully driverless Level 4 robotaxi service in Las Vegas by the end of 2026. Yonhap News Agency
• [New] Tesla CEO Elon Musk said Thursday that his company will have a widespread network of driverless robotaxis in the U.S. by the end of 2026. CNBC
• [New] Musk expressed confidence in the growth of Tesla's autonomous vehicles, stating, Tesla's rolled out robotaxi service in a few cities, and will be very, very widespread by the end of 2026 within the U.S. Briefs Finance
• [New] Tesla's 2026 robotaxi production aims to shift its business model to high-margin autonomous ride-hailing, with ARK estimating 90% of enterprise value by 2029. Ainvest
• [New] By 2026, more than 40% of manufacturers with production scheduling systems will upgrade to AI-driven capabilities and begin enabling autonomous processes. Amiko Consulting
• [New] Autonomous vehicles could prevent over 1M injuries by 2035 if they achieve 10% adoption. BasicAI
• [New] Robotaxis and autonomous vehicles have the potential to reshape the global transportation industry, supported by advances in AI and automation. Roundhill Investments
• [New] By 2026, 25% of long-haul shipments will be autonomous per Ryder forecasts and American Trucking Associations, driven by nearshoring and micro-fulfillment adding 15% regional capacity pressure. HotBot
• [New] Policymakers in 2026 will need to move beyond sector-specific frameworks toward a more integrated approach to autonomous systems governance, one that addresses the underlying capabilities rather than their application in any single domain. Just Security
• [New] Autonomous driving availability in the U.S. will more than double, from about 15% to over 30% of the urban population, within a single year. Ainvest
• [New] Experts anticipate federal regulatory action and legislation, along with a possible executive order, to support the development of autonomous vehicles in the U.S. Smart Cities Dive
• [New] Ford plans to roll out advanced autonomous tech on its 2027 electric pickup, while General Motors is offering point-to-point hands-free driving in its high-end Cadillac Escalade IQ. Business Insider
• [New] Autonomous vehicles and drones will capture 15% of last-mile delivery by 2026, reducing delivery costs 40% while eliminating 1.2 million driver injuries annually. HotBot
• [New] Monheim, in Germany, plans to build a driverless line with Easymile. Sustainable Bus
• [New] Waymo could expand beyond its robotaxi service to local delivery, licensing its autonomous-driving technology to OEMs, and eventually long-haul trucking. The AV Market Strategist
• [New] The ride-sharing segment is expected to grow, as companies like Uber and Lyft invest in autonomous vehicle technology to enhance the efficiency and safety of their services. Strategic Revenue Insights
• [New] Tesla's narrative remains characteristically ambitious, with Elon Musk continuing to highlight long-term opportunities ranging from autonomous driving to humanoid robots. investing.com
• [New] Ford announced that it would fully integrate AI assistants into its mobile applications by 2026, with plans to achieve eyes-off autonomous capability by 2028. DIGITIMES Inc.
• [New] NVIDIA unveiled Alpamayo, a family of AI models that will support autonomous vehicle training through real-world data loops and integrated simulation. Xenoss - AI and Data Software Development Company

Last updated: 25 January 2026