News Summary

General Motors has started repurposing its Cruise robotaxis for internal testing to develop new driver-assistance technologies. After discontinuing its Cruise ride-hailing service due to regulatory challenges and costly operations, GM is utilizing these vehicles in Michigan, Texas, and the Bay Area. The cars, now devoid of the Cruise branding, are equipped with lidar sensors and are being used to improve GM’s Super Cruise system, which assists drivers in lane-keeping, lane-changing, and emergency braking. This initiative is part of GM’s strategy to enhance driving automation and stay competitive with other automakers developing similar technologies.