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Apple Steps Back Autonomous EV Launch Date

Apple Inc. has postponed the launch date for its self-driving electric vehicle to 2026, reports people with knowledge of the matter.

Research Finds People Remain Hesitant to Embrace Autonomous Vehicles

A lack of knowledge about autonomous vehicles makes people hesitant to have them transport people, according to the J.D. Power 2022 Mobility Confidence Index.

GM and Ford Seek Permission to Deploy Autonomous Vehicles

GM and Ford seek exemptions to deploy a limited number of self-driving vehicles without human controls like steering wheels and brake pedals.

Tesla Woes Improving

The EV automaker appears positioned for another growth phase as long as the global economy stays strong, analysts say.

U.S. House Panel Will Hold Hearing on Autonomous Vehicles

A U.S. House panel will hold a hearing on self-driving vehicles next week as a push in Congress to speed deployment of autonomous vehicles stalls.

Will New Players Threaten Aptiv’s Success?

The question comes down to who will write the software for advanced features like hands-free driving: chipmakers, carmakers, or Tier I suppliers.

Nanny State: New Safety Tech Annoys Drivers

A new J.D. Power survey finds car buyer demand for semiautonomous safety technology is threatened by overbearing alerts that are causing many to disable their systems, increasing the risk of a collision.

Study Finds Shaky Consumer Confidence in AVs, EVs

Despite manufacturers’ best efforts, J.D. Power analysts described U.S. car buyers’ attitudes toward autonomous and electric vehicles as ‘not encouraging’ upon the release of the first-ever Mobility Confidence Index Study.

IHS: EVs Will Reach 7.6% Market Share in 2026

IHS Markit analysts say electric vehicles will account for 7.6% of all new vehicles sold in the United States in 2026, predicting ‘explosive’ growth in a segment driven by rapidly proliferating makes and models.

AAA: EV Awareness Gap Slows US Adoption

Despite a proliferation of new models, a survey of U.S. consumers finds only 40% believe most vehicles will be electric 10 years from now, a result AAA analysts say reveals a ‘lack of knowledge’ in how EVs perform in day-to-day driving conditions.