Mobility

Tesla discloses details of 17 robotaxi test crashes, including collision during remote operation

Tesla has disclosed for the first time details of 17 self-driving test crash reports it previously filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The incidents occurred during robotaxi trial operations in Austin, Texas, from July 2025 to March 2026, involving 2026 Model Y vehicles with autonomy active and a safety monitor aboard. Most resulted only in property damage, though several involved minor injuries. Two crashes occurred after a remote driver took control following requests for assistance.

Industry

Honda posts over $9 billion loss on EVs, drops 2040 full electrification goal

Honda has shifted to a hybrid-focused strategy after recording more than $9 billion in losses linked to its electric-vehicle business. It booked 1.45 trillion yen in EV-related losses for the fiscal year ending March 2026 and abandoned its goal of phasing out gasoline vehicles by 2040. The company plans new hybrid models and changes North American production, including repurposing an Ohio EV hub and converting some battery lines at an LG Energy Solution joint venture.