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An unmanned, oval-shaped aircraft from flying taxi manufacturer EHang hovers above a riverside innovation district on the outskirts of the southern Chinese commercial center of Guangzhou, whirring loudly like a miniature helicopter as part of trials for a compact flying taxi that could have been lifted straight from science fiction movies. In the neighboring city …
* Joby and Archer Aviation are creating electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles. * The California companies made their first flight demos at a Monterey County airshow on Saturday. * Both companies are aiming to fly their first passengers within the next few years. It may have been the quietest attraction of the day. On …
China has officially entered the era of "flying taxis". 2 Chinese companies have obtained the commercial operation certificate for autonomous passenger drones from CAAC. China is at the forefront of the world's 4th Industrial Revolution. pic.twitter.com/POFiLTs3I1 — Li Zexin 李泽欣 (@XH_Lee23) March 31, 2025 China’s drone taxi industry officially lifted off this week, as EHang …
Autonomous taxis are winning over women in cities like San Francisco by offering an answer to a long-standing concern about ride-hailing apps: misbehavior by human drivers, especially men. Some women said in interviews that they’ve mostly stopped using Uber and Lyft, the two most popular ride-hailing apps, and have switched instead to a driverless competitor, …
Self-driving taxis are now operational in San Francisco, with companies like Cruise and Waymo authorized to operate their autonomous vehicles around the clock. These robotaxis are available for public use, allowing users to book rides through their respective apps. This marks a significant step in the deployment of autonomous transportation, showcasing advancements in technology and …