Description: Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. (Google’s parent company), is a leader in autonomous driving technology. The Waymo One service operates in specific areas like Phoenix, Arizona, offering fully autonomous rides without a safety driver present.
2. Tesla
Model: Tesla Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y
Description: Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) package includes features like Navigate on Autopilot, Auto Lane Change, and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control. Although these cars are not fully autonomous, they have advanced driver-assistance features and Tesla is working towards full autonomy.
3. Cruise
Model: Cruise Origin
Description: Owned by General Motors, Cruise has developed the Cruise Origin, a purpose-built autonomous vehicle without a steering wheel or driver controls, designed for ride-sharing and urban mobility.
4. Argo AI
Model: Ford Fusion Hybrid, Volkswagen ID.4
Description: Argo AI, which was backed by Ford and Volkswagen, has been testing autonomous vehicles including the Ford Fusion Hybrid and Volkswagen ID.4, focusing on improving their AV technology.
5. Zoox
Model: Zoox Vehicle
Description: Acquired by Amazon, Zoox is developing a bi-directional, fully autonomous vehicle designed for urban environments, focused on creating a unique ride-hailing experience.
6. Baidu
Model: Apollo
Description: Baidu’s Apollo project includes a range of autonomous vehicles and technologies. The Apollo self-driving platform is being used in various test vehicles and services in China.
