US Eases Self-Driving Car Crash Reporting Rules | JQJO

The U.S. Department of Transportation updated its Automated Vehicle Framework, easing crash reporting requirements for Level 2 autonomous vehicles. The changes, impacting companies like Tesla, GM, and Ford, reduce reporting for non-fatal incidents without vulnerable road users. Separately, the EV startup Slate revealed its vehicle, described internally as a 'transformer'. Other news includes Ather Energy's reduced IPO, DoorDash's potential Deliveroo acquisition, and Electra's Series B funding. Waymo's potential personal ownership of self-driving vehicles was mentioned, and Tesla is testing its robotaxi service. The FTC sued Uber for unauthorized charges, while Uber partnered with Delta.