Well, Motional is getting closer. Its IONIQ 5 robotaxi just nailed high-speed tests, cruising at 75 mph. This is a big deal for its goal of making transportation safer and easier for everyone.

A serious robotaxi would demonstrate the primacy of safety; the manufacturer would place sensors in optimal positions—on the roof, as well as on the sides and corners of the vehicle. These ...

It’s a combination of trustworthy technology and ever-increasing capabilities that have earned Waymo One our 2025 MotorTrend Best Tech award in the Robotaxi category. Waymo is Google’s ...

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