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Germany’s Vay launches remote-driven car service in Las Vegas – ET Auto

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German remote-driving startup Vay said on Wednesday it had launched its first commercial service in Las Vegas where a “teledriver”, or remote driver, delivers electric short-term rental cars to customers then collects them after the rental.

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Rent a car in Las Vegas with remote driver, courtesy German engineering

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A Vay remotely-driven vehicle seen in operation in Las Vegas United States. The service is currently available around the University of Nevada Las Vegas and the city’s arts district renting out cars by the minute. These vehicles are autonomous in nature but are not self-driven.

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Self-Service for Airport Security? It’s Happening in Las Vegas.

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But at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, a new kind of security screening , unveiled by the T.S.A. The self-service screening process, which is only available for travelers with T.S.A. Traditional security screening will continue to be available for passengers. It’s Happening in Las Vegas.

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US regulator opens safety probe into Waymo robotaxis – ET Auto

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Waymo vehicles are available to customers in San Francisco and Phoenix, with Los Angeles and Austin expected to come online next. The top US auto safety regulator on Tuesday said it had opened an investigation into Google-owned Waymo after reports of 22 incidents with its self-driving technology.

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Uber, Kia sign electric vehicle partnership – ET Auto

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The partnership is aimed at “enhancing electric vehicle offerings available on Uber’s mobility platform. US ride-hailing platform Uber and South Korean automaker Kia announced Wednesday the signing of an agreement on producing electric vehicles, during the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Zoox expands routes, operational hours, and top speed of its bespoke driverless robotaxis

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The growth includes a broader net of available autonomous routes, longer hours in different weather conditions, and higher top speeds… all without pedals! In June 2023, Zoox expanded public rides to Las Vegas in preparation for a full commercial launch. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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ChargePoint announces support for Megawatt Charging System – Charged EVs

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The MCS cable and connector will be available on ChargePoint’s Power Link 2000 stations, part of the modular Express Plus DC fast charging platform. ChargePoint’s MCS-enabled hardware will be on display at the upcoming ACT Expo in Las Vegas. The latest charging provider to announce support for MCS is ChargePoint.