In other news, JetZero plans to build a zero-emissions jet factory in North Carolina, backed by venture capital and airlines, with significant state incentives contingent on job creation. The article also highlights Waymo's higher pricing compared to Uber and Lyft, the vandalism of Waymo vehicles during LA protests, and the upcoming Tesla robotaxi launch in Austin. It covers developments in electric vehicles and in-car tech, including Infinite Machine's new seated scooter and Apple's CarPlay updates.
Key takeaways:
- The NHTSA plans to streamline the Part 555 exemption process to expedite the deployment of self-driving vehicles without human controls.
- JetZero, a zero-emissions jet aircraft company, plans to build a factory in Greensboro, North Carolina, with significant state performance incentives.
- Waymo's self-driving car rides are consistently more expensive than Uber and Lyft, yet people continue to use them despite the higher cost.
- Infinite Machine, a micromobility startup, introduced a seated scooter called Olto with a 40-mile range and a price of $3,495.