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Robotaxi companies have a serious trust issueRobotaxi companies have a serious trust issue
The EV transition trips over its own cord

EV sales are skyrocketing, more than 100 models are on sale, and charging infrastructure is getting better. So why does everything seem so precarious all of a sudden?

Andrew J. Hawkins
The autoworker strike is nearly over, as GM makes tentative deal with UAWThe autoworker strike is nearly over, as GM makes tentative deal with UAW
GM and Honda ditch plan to build cheaper electric vehiclesGM and Honda ditch plan to build cheaper electric vehicles
California DMV suspends Cruise’s robotaxi permit ‘effective immediately’California DMV suspends Cruise’s robotaxi permit ‘effective immediately’
Chevy Bolt owners could receive $1,400 compensation from GM for nerfed batteriesChevy Bolt owners could receive $1,400 compensation from GM for nerfed batteries
GM delays production of Chevy Equinox, Silverado, and GMC Sierra Denali EVsGM delays production of Chevy Equinox, Silverado, and GMC Sierra Denali EVs
GM and Honda to launch Cruise robotaxis in Japan by 2026GM and Honda to launch Cruise robotaxis in Japan by 2026
GM’s plan to make more electric trucks keeps running into delaysGM’s plan to make more electric trucks keeps running into delays
Andrew J. Hawkins
Andrew J. Hawkins
Robotaxis in the Bayou City.

Houston is the next city in the US to get a robotaxi service, courtesy of Cruise, which just announced the launch today. The driverless vehicles will be available seven days a week from 9PM-6AM in Downtown, Midtown, East Downtown, Montrose, Hyde Park, and River Oaks neighborhoods. Robotaxi companies have been targeting bigger, more populous markets, as the pressure to start bringing in more revenue continues to grow. Waymo just started testing the waters in LA, and now Cruise is going after the fourth biggest city in the US.

Cruise robotaxi in Houston
Cruise’s robotaxis will only operate at night to start out.
Image: Cruise
GM now has its own API for software developers to make cool apps for its carsGM now has its own API for software developers to make cool apps for its cars
Cruise says a hit-and-run ‘launched’ pedestrian in front of one of its robotaxisCruise says a hit-and-run ‘launched’ pedestrian in front of one of its robotaxis
The EV revolution is on hold as the ‘Big Three’ autoworkers go on strikeThe EV revolution is on hold as the ‘Big Three’ autoworkers go on strike
Cruise unveils a wheelchair-accessible robotaxi, with plans to launch in 2024Cruise unveils a wheelchair-accessible robotaxi, with plans to launch in 2024
Cruise ‘just days away’ from approval to mass-produce Origin robotaxis without steering wheelsCruise ‘just days away’ from approval to mass-produce Origin robotaxis without steering wheels
GM is using Google’s AI chatbot to handle simple OnStar callsGM is using Google’s AI chatbot to handle simple OnStar calls
Umar Shakir
Umar Shakir
Are traffic jam-prone robotaxis coming to your city?

California has green-lit 24/7 service expansion of the vehicles in San Francisco, enabling Waymo and Cruise the freedom to operate during daytime hours. Robotaxis are the subject of traffic jam chaos, and one was involved in a crash with an emergency vehicle last week. And they’re expanding to more cities.

The latest episode of Vox’s Today, Explained podcast has Sean Rameswaram hosting Liz Lindqwister, a data journalist for the San Francisco Standard who’s documenting robotaxi expansion — while also using them.

GM invests in ‘AI-enabled’ battery startup that could help build cheaper EVsGM invests in ‘AI-enabled’ battery startup that could help build cheaper EVs
Robotaxis are driving on thin iceRobotaxis are driving on thin ice
Andrew J. Hawkins
Robotaxis score a huge victory in California with approval to operate 24/7Robotaxis score a huge victory in California with approval to operate 24/7
Andrew J. Hawkins
Andrew J. Hawkins
Turns out pivoting your 114-year-old business is hard.

General Motors has made gas-powered vehicles forever, so of course the transition to zero-emission is going about as terribly as can be expected. The latest excuse for its struggles to increase EV production is battery module assembly, GM’s chief financial officer said at a conference.

Last year, GM projected it would build 25,000 Cadillac Lyriqs. The actual number it has delivered so far this year is 2,400 — so less than 10 percent of that original prediction. Not great!

GM still struggling to build EVs, sees margin growth ahead for Cruise-CFO

[Reuters]

GM confirms $130,000 Cadillac Escalade IQ won’t have Apple CarPlay or Android AutoGM confirms $130,000 Cadillac Escalade IQ won’t have Apple CarPlay or Android Auto
Cadillac’s Escalade IQ makes all other EVs look small

Cadillac’s $130,000 all-electric Escalade IQ is a completely new take on the larger-than-life luxury SUV.

Umar Shakir
GM says all of its EVs will be able to power your home by 2026GM says all of its EVs will be able to power your home by 2026
GM’s BrightDrop is bringing its electric delivery vans to MexicoGM’s BrightDrop is bringing its electric delivery vans to Mexico
Cadillac’s bespoke Celestiq EV will cost $340,000Cadillac’s bespoke Celestiq EV will cost $340,000
Chevy Blazer EV production starts with the AWD RS model up firstChevy Blazer EV production starts with the AWD RS model up first
Hands-free driving is becoming more popular — but is it safe?Hands-free driving is becoming more popular — but is it safe?
Seven major automakers are teaming up on a North American EV charging networkSeven major automakers are teaming up on a North American EV charging network
GM is making a new Chevy Bolt EV with an Ultium batteryGM is making a new Chevy Bolt EV with an Ultium battery
On the cusp of 24/7 service, robotaxis face pleas and protest in San FranciscoOn the cusp of 24/7 service, robotaxis face pleas and protest in San Francisco
GM now has home energy products to sell alongside EVsGM now has home energy products to sell alongside EVs
Andrew J. Hawkins
Andrew J. Hawkins
Chevy kills the $40,000 Silverado EV.

Another entry-level electric truck is no more. Today the embargo lifted on Chevy’s press junket in Ann Arbor to test out the upcoming Silverado EV, and while the power and range impressed many, the updated pricing information left a lot to be desired. The originally promised $40,000 base model (available in 2024) is now set to start at $50,000. It’s almost as if announcing pricing a year or more before you start making deliveries is a totally useless exercise!

The $40,000 Chevrolet Silverado EV Is Officially Dead

[InsideEVs]

Cadillac’s electric Escalade will debut August 9thCadillac’s electric Escalade will debut August 9th
Tesla is about to pull the plug on its main EV charging rivalTesla is about to pull the plug on its main EV charging rival
GM follows Ford in adopting Tesla’s EV charging standardGM follows Ford in adopting Tesla’s EV charging standard
Richard Lawler
Richard Lawler
Elon Musk and GM CEO Mary Barra are about to chat live, and I can guess what they’re going to say.

Just days after Ford cut a deal for access to Tesla’s Supercharger network while agreeing to adopt its NACS standard for a charging plug, GM’s CEO is also going on a Twitter Space with Elon Musk. We’ll find out exactly what the deal is in just a few minutes.

Update 4:45PM ET — And now it’s confirmed, GM and Tesla have a deal to work together on charging too.

GM is making an all-electric Cadillac EscaladeGM is making an all-electric Cadillac Escalade
Richard Lawler
Richard Lawler
GM hires former Apple cloud exec Mike Abbott as its new executive vice president of software.

Abbott left Apple in March, where he was the VP of engineering for Apple Cloud Services, over iCloud and Apple’s tech behind stuff like iMessage and the App Store.

CNBC reports that GM, which is openly working to pull drivers away from Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to experiences it controls (and can profit from), will put three segments together under Abbott: software-defined vehicle and operating systems; information and digital technology; and the company’s digital business,

GM hires ex-Apple exec to lead new software unit

[CNBC]

Andrew J. Hawkins
Andrew J. Hawkins
The endless wait for a new EV is becoming a familiar rite of passage.

The latest customers to experience the “when will this EV that I ordered actually arrive” anxiety? Would-be Cadillac Lyriq owners. According to Bloomberg, folks are starting to get a little bit antsy!

It’s a frustrating stumble, and a customer service headache for GM. Cadillac message boards and Lyriq social media groups on Facebook are crackling with complaints about the wait and how communication among GM, its dealers and customers has either led to confusion or left them in the dark. Some buyers have abandoned their reservations, while others are waiting and grumbling.

See also Rivian, Ford, Lucid, and, of course, Tesla Cybertruck.

Cadillac Lyriq 2023 Production Delays Sour Potential Buyers

[Bloomberg.com]

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