SAN FRANCISCO — California regulators on Aug. 10 approved an expansion that will allow robotaxi services Waymo and Cruise to operate throughout San Francisco at all hours.
August 11, 2023Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous
San Francisco Approves Waymo, Cruise Operation 24/7
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel
Natural Gas-Fueled Volvo Trucks Set for North American Tests
The first testing of natural gas-fueled European Volvo Group Class 8 trucks on North American roads is set to begin by the end of September, and more imports could be on the way.
August 10, 2023Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous
Cruise, Waymo Face Pivotal Vote in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO — California regulators are poised to decide whether robotaxi services Cruise and Waymo can provide around-the-clock rides throughout San Francisco.
August 10, 2023Government, Business, Technology, Fuel
Proterra Got Millions in US Aid Before Bankruptcy
Proterra Inc., the electric bus maker touted by President Joe Biden that filed for bankruptcy this week, was the recipient of millions of dollars in COVID relief government aid.
August 9, 2023Business, Technology, Autonomous, TCA
Cruise Tests Self-Driving Cars in Atlanta
San Francisco-based Cruise has begun testing its self-driving vehicles in Atlanta.
August 9, 2023Business, Technology
Blink Sees Benefit From Shift to Tesla Charging Standard
The auto industry’s rapid shift to using Tesla’s charging standard for other electric cars will benefit Blink Charging Co., the company’s CEO said during its second-quarter earnings call.
August 9, 2023Business, Technology, Logistics
Rivian Will Build 52,000 EVs This Year, More Than Planned
Rivian Automotive Inc. expects heavy losses to continue as it boosts production plans for the year and works to reestablish itself as a rising player in the increasingly crowded EV market.
August 8, 2023Government, Technology, Equipment, Fuel
EPA Announces $115 Million for DERA Grants
The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced that $115 million has been directed for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program.
August 8, 2023Business, Technology
Electric Vehicle Tech Maker Proterra Files for Bankruptcy
Proterra Inc., which makes heavy-duty electric vehicle components like chargers and batteries, filed for bankruptcy on Aug. 7.
August 8, 2023Business, Technology, Fuel
Tesla Replaces Zachary Kirkhorn as CFO
Tesla Inc. Chief Financial Officer Zachary Kirkhorn stepped down after 13 years at the electric vehicle maker, raising questions about succession in the top ranks of Elon Musk’s company.
August 7, 2023