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#transportation-innovation

Miami food

Need a ride at the Miami airport? A self-flying air taxi may be coming

Silicon Valley

Waymo Rolls into San Jose: A New Era of Innovation and Opportunity

Waymo's approval for passenger services in San Jose marks a transformative shift in urban mobility.

fromTechCrunch

NYC startup

Aurora launches its driverless commercial trucking service, and a surprise bidder joins Canoo's bankruptcy case | TechCrunch

uber to deploy thousands of volkswagen's fully autonomous electric vans across the US

Uber is set to deploy thousands of autonomous electric vans in partnership with Volkswagen by 2026.

Testing of Volkswagen's autonomous vans will begin in 2025 in preparation for the rollout.

fromTheregister

3 weeks ago

Cars

In China, you can now rent an autonomous car

fromMiami Herald

Miami food

Need a ride at the Miami airport? A self-flying air taxi may be coming

Silicon Valley

Waymo Rolls into San Jose: A New Era of Innovation and Opportunity

Waymo's approval for passenger services in San Jose marks a transformative shift in urban mobility.

fromTechCrunch

NYC startup

Aurora launches its driverless commercial trucking service, and a surprise bidder joins Canoo's bankruptcy case | TechCrunch

uber to deploy thousands of volkswagen's fully autonomous electric vans across the US

Uber is set to deploy thousands of autonomous electric vans in partnership with Volkswagen by 2026.

Testing of Volkswagen's autonomous vans will begin in 2025 in preparation for the rollout.

more#autonomous-vehicles

fromMiami Herald

3 weeks ago

Self-flying air taxis are in the plans at Miami's airport. See 5 takeaways

Wisk Aero, backed by Boeing and Google co-founder Larry Page, is working with Miami-Dade to establish "vertiports" for flying taxis at key locations including Miami International Airport.

Miami

3 weeks ago

archer's eVTOL midnight with exterior made of handcrafted clay takes first flight in abu dhabi

The eVTOL test flight helps monitor aircraft performance, identifying necessary system changes and its compatibility with local airspace in Abu Dhabi, a city aiming for flying taxis.

Cars

fromTNW | Ecosystems

4 weeks ago

First legal e-scooter launches in the Netherlands - for 1,900

The Selana Alpha is the first electric scooter approved for public roads in the Netherlands, signaling a shift in the country's stance on micromobility.

Alternative transportation

#electric-buses

Alternative transportation

Switzerland, St. Gallen cancels contract with Ebusco, issues new tender for 13 electric buses - Sustainable Bus

Alternative transportation

MCV to show 10 and 12-meter e-bus models at UITP Summit in Hamburg - Sustainable Bus

fromBusline News

Alternative transportation

Endera's Electric Shuttle Completes Altoona Testing With Highest Score In Its Class - Busline News

9 months ago

European startups

JBM: new e-bus for Europe coming in March, updated e-coach expected at Busworld 2025

Alternative transportation

Switzerland, St. Gallen cancels contract with Ebusco, issues new tender for 13 electric buses - Sustainable Bus

Alternative transportation

MCV to show 10 and 12-meter e-bus models at UITP Summit in Hamburg - Sustainable Bus

fromBusline News

Alternative transportation

Endera's Electric Shuttle Completes Altoona Testing With Highest Score In Its Class - Busline News

9 months ago

European startups

JBM: new e-bus for Europe coming in March, updated e-coach expected at Busworld 2025

Cars

What to Know About Tesla's Robotaxis' as They Launch in Austin, Texas

fromTESLARATI

Toronto startup

Tesla Robotaxi riders tout 'smooth' experience in first reviews of driverless service launch

fromtime.com

Cars

What to Know About Tesla's Robotaxis' as They Launch in Austin, Texas

fromTESLARATI

Toronto startup

Tesla Robotaxi riders tout 'smooth' experience in first reviews of driverless service launch

NYC startup

Waymo Aims To Come To New York City Soon

Silicon Valley

Waymo's Arrival in San Jose: A Glimpse into the Future of Transportation

fromEngadget

7 months ago

Miscellaneous

Waymo will start testing its driverless cars in Tokyo next year

fromInsideEVs

NYC startup

Waymo Aims To Come To New York City Soon

Silicon Valley

Waymo's Arrival in San Jose: A Glimpse into the Future of Transportation

fromEngadget

7 months ago

Miscellaneous

Waymo will start testing its driverless cars in Tokyo next year

more#waymo

How Austin became the robotaxi capital of America

Austin is becoming a hub for robotaxi companies as autonomous vehicle technology matures and regulations become more favorable.

US politics

fromTheregister

Trump lifts US supersonic ban 'Making Aviation Great Again'

Trump's executive order lifts the ban on supersonic flight, promoting faster travel while addressing noise pollution.

fromBikerumor

Furturistic Four-Wheel Podbike is No More: Company Depletes Battery, Files for Bankruptcy

Podbike, known for its innovative electric bikes, has filed for bankruptcy following financial struggles related to production costs and economic conditions.

#2028-olympics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

San Jose-based Archer Aviation's electric air taxis to ferry fans and VIPs to venues at 2028 LA Olympics

Air taxis are debuting at the 2028 LA Olympics, revolutionizing transportation for fans and VIPs.

fromLos Angeles Times

LA28's plan for a car-free Olympics now includes air taxis the price of a high-end Uber

LA plans electric air taxis for 2028 Olympics to alleviate traffic and promote sustainable transport.

The 2028 Olympics plan to beat notorious Los Angeles traffic with an air taxi

The 2028 Olympic Games will feature Archer Aviation as the Official Air Taxi Provider in Los Angeles.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

San Jose-based Archer Aviation's electric air taxis to ferry fans and VIPs to venues at 2028 LA Olympics

Air taxis are debuting at the 2028 LA Olympics, revolutionizing transportation for fans and VIPs.

fromLos Angeles Times

LA28's plan for a car-free Olympics now includes air taxis the price of a high-end Uber

LA plans electric air taxis for 2028 Olympics to alleviate traffic and promote sustainable transport.

The 2028 Olympics plan to beat notorious Los Angeles traffic with an air taxi

The 2028 Olympic Games will feature Archer Aviation as the Official Air Taxi Provider in Los Angeles.

more#2028-olympics

electric podbike frikar encloses riders with dome windshield to protect them in cold weather

Podbike's electric Frikar, a dome-shaped e-bike, provides weather protection and aims for a broader EU market, with new launches targeting Switzerland, Belgium, and France in 2025.

Alternative transportation

fromNew York Post

Electric air taxi firm Joby Aviation eyes White House landing, but has deep ties to anti-Trump billionaire Reid Hoffman

Joby's attempts to engage with the White House face challenges due to financial ties with Reid Hoffman, notably a supporter of Kamala Harris against Trump.

NYC startup

Artificial intelligence

fromTESLARATI

VW x Uber: Robotaxis Coming to LA by 2026

Volkswagen and Uber are launching a driverless robotaxi fleet in the U.S., starting testing in LA this year.

NYC startup

fromEngadget

Archer outlines its plan to use air taxis between New York's major airports

Archer's air taxi service in NYC could reduce travel times significantly, but regulatory approval is still pending.

#joby-aviation

fromThe Mercury News

fromwww.montereyherald.com

NYC startup

Joby Aviation announces air taxi service partnership with Virgin Atlantic

NYC startup

Joby Aviation announces air taxi service partnership with Virgin Atlantic

fromThe Mercury News

fromwww.montereyherald.com

NYC startup

Joby Aviation announces air taxi service partnership with Virgin Atlantic

NYC startup

Joby Aviation announces air taxi service partnership with Virgin Atlantic

more#joby-aviation

France's high-speed trains just got a makeover that will give U.S. travelers FOMO

The new TGV Inoui trains illustrate the advancements in French rail travel and highlight the limitations of America's current rail system.

Europe news

This ambitious proposal would radically reinvent Europe's rail system

Starline aims to transform European high-speed rail into a unified, efficient network that enhances connectivity and ease of travel.

Glydways wants to reinvent transit-no more than four passengers at a time

Glydways aims to provide accessible public transit through scalable, autonomous vehicles for everyone, avoiding the pitfalls of high-cost urban transport solutions.

Startup companies

This company wants to bring electric flying taxis to the 2034 Olympics. That starts with cargo routes across Utah

Beta Technologies plans to use Utah to test electric air taxis for the 2034 Winter Olympics.

fromeuronews

Video. Flying car developed by Alef Aeronautics completes test, with production planned soon

Alef Aeronautics' Model Zero successfully demonstrated hover capabilities, with production planned for 2025-2026 and significant pre-orders underway.

fromNew York Post

'Jetsons'-like flying cars could be a reality in Orlando by 2028: report

Orlando is planning for a future with flying cars by developing a vertiport at its airport.

Bicycling

fromBusline News

Thrasher Brothers Trailways Expands Fleet With Two New Prevost H3-45 Motorcoaches - Busline News

Thrasher Brothers Trailways expands its fleet with new Prevost H3-45 motorcoaches, emphasizing quality and reliability for future growth.

fromMail Online

Elon Musk's Boring Company gets the green light to build 'Dubai Loop'

Musk's tunnel-drilling company is developing the Dubai Loop, a 10.6-mile tunnel promising to transport 20,000 people an hour at speeds up to 100 mph.

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