Ford Likely To Be Overtaken By Asian Automaker Cox Predicts

Based on their broader hybrid product offerings, Asian automakers are making major moves on U.S. companies, perhaps surpassing one, according to Cox Automotive.

Shield AI, Waabi, and General Motors on building AI when failure is not an option at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Leaders from Waabi, Shield AI, and General Motors join the Real World AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to talk building AI. Save up to $200 by Sept. 25, 11:59 p.m. PT. Get a second pass at 50% off.

Waymo’s driverless cars continue to crash less often than people
Waymo’s driverless cars continue to crash less often than people

Waymo’s latest batch of self-reported data continues to affirm the company’s message that its driverless cars are safer than human drivers. As policymakers continue to debate the safety and economic impact of autonomous vehicles, Waymo is hoping that its own data will help bring more supporters to its side – even as some experts say […]

Zoox grounds Atlanta test fleet after workers report toxic gas exposure symptoms

The Amazon-owned company launched an investigation after a worker submitted an OSHA complaint.

Pickup Trucks Are A Tiny Europe Sector, But EVs And China Move In

Pickup trucks in Europe are a niche product, and electric ones currently a micro-niche. Despite the small market, Isuzu’s nelectric pickup faces Chinese competition.

PitPro’s first tire-changing robot goes live in Canada

The startup says its automated system can change four tires in under 15 minutes.

Comma’s hands-off driving tech under investigation after 2 fatal crashes

The investigation involves at least some crashes where it appears drivers were using “forked” versions of Comma’s software.

Auto Dealership Sales Become More Sophisticated

Demand to acquire auto dealership remains high. More effort is needed.

Truck Of The Future Aim Of New Bosch Technology

Auto supplier Bosch demonstrated technology it says will help create the truck of the future that will provide the same capabilities regardless of powertrain.

Saudi Arabia’s new Exobot EVs make the Cybertruck look normal
Saudi Arabia’s new Exobot EVs make the Cybertruck look normal

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is mostly known for its global dominance over petroleum production and oil reserves – not necessarily cars and auto manufacturing, and certainly not electric vehicle production. So it was a little surprising on Monday when a Saudi startup called Ceer unveiled a pair of hyper-angular, spaceship-like EVs, with plans to […]