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RIP, Cruise robotaxi | TechCrunch


Published on 2025-05-08 05:41:38 - TechCrunch
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The article from TechCrunch dated December 12, 2024, discusses the abrupt end of Cruise, General Motors' autonomous vehicle subsidiary. Following a series of incidents, including a severe accident involving a pedestrian, Cruise faced intense regulatory scrutiny and public backlash. This led to the suspension of its operations and ultimately, the decision to shut down the company. The piece reflects on the challenges and high costs associated with developing autonomous driving technology, the impact on GM's broader strategy, and the future of robotaxi services in the wake of Cruise's failure.

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