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Daily Transportation News
June 18, 2026
| | | In recognition of Juneteenth, this newsletter will not be sent out on Friday, June 19, and will return Monday, June 22 | | UK Government Drafts 10 Safety Principles for Autonomous Vehicles | |
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The UK government is inviting the public to help shape the safety principles that will govern self-driving vehicles on Britain’s roads.
The draft statement of safety principles outlines 10 requirements that autonomous vehicles would be expected to meet before they can be authorised for deployment.
A public consultation has now been launched on the proposals, seeking feedback from organisations representing road users, road safety groups and self-driving vehicle businesses before the principles are laid before Parliament for approval next year.
Among the 10 draft principles is a requirement for self-driving vehicles to follow the Highway Code and maintain control at all times. They must also be able to “predict, detect and respond” to hazards, behave in a predictable manner and adapt to changing weather and road conditions.
The draft measures further state that autonomous vehicles should be “considerate” around vulnerable road users including pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists and interact safely with emergency services.
Running until September 2026, the consultation enables respondents to state whether they agree or disagree with each of the proposed measures and invites suggestions for amendments.
Source: Zag Daily
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| | Mobileye Enters US Robotaxi Ride-Hailing Market | |
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The move will see Mobileye operate robotaxi services directly rather than only providing autonomous driving systems to automakers and operators which is how the company has historically positioned itself.
Mobileye plans to launch in a U.S. city in 2027 with an initial fleet of 100 vehicles, though the company declined to disclose which city. Within the following five years, Mobileye is targeting 17,000 self-driving vehicles deployed on its platform.
“As interest in autonomous mobility accelerates, the industry has become increasingly dependent on a small number of technology providers and business models,” said Mobileye CEO and Founder Prof. Amnon Shashua.
“The robotaxi revolution has only just begun and its potential for transforming how we travel around the world continues to increase.”
Mobileye’s ride-hailing service will use Mobileye Drive, its autonomous driving system which is already deployed through partnerships with operators including Uber, Lyft, Moia and Deutsche Bahn as well as automakers like Volkswagen and Benteler Holon.
Source: Zag Daily
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Managing Road Risk at Scale: Why Fleet Safety Needs a Data-Driven Framework
In the United States, transportation is the leading cause of death in the workplace, accounting for 38% of fatalities. Road crashes cost the global economy hundreds of billions of dollars annually, with businesses bearing a significant share of that burden. Yet road risk is still not consistently measured or managed across organizations. For many, it remains an operational concern rather than a strategic one, despite its clear implications for workforce safety, business continuity, and corporate reputation.
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FIFA World Cup Matches Are Driving Record Transit Ridership Nationwide
Public transit agencies across North America are reporting record-breaking ridership in the opening weeks of the FIFA World Cup, highlighting the critical role transit systems play in moving hundreds of thousands of fans to matches and related events.
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Here’s How AAA Is Now Getting into E-Bikes
This week, AAA – The Auto Club Group announced a new safety initiative called “E-Ride Ready,” a campaign designed to educate families about e-bike and e-scooter safety ahead of the busy summer riding season.
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New Bus Route from Edmonton to Jasper Begins This Week
FlixBus is starting a seasonal route that will leave from the Southgate Transit Centre and the Downtown core’s Jasper Avenue on a given day. The company says the route will leave once per day round-trip Thursday through Monday starting this week.
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Montreal: STM Welcomes First Nova Bus Lfse+ Electric Bus
The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) has taken delivery of its first LFSe+ electric bus manufactured by Nova Bus. The vehicle is part of an order for 147 vehicles that will support the agency’s ongoing fleet renewal programme.
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Are Toronto’s Subway ‘Slow Zones’ Finally Getting Fixed?
Two of the last remaining subway slow zones — southbound between Eglinton and Davisville and northbound between Museum and St. George — are set to be lifted in mid-July, according to an update on the TTC’s website.
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Wayve, Uber and Stellantis Partner to Deploy Level 4 Robotaxis Globally
Under the partnership, Stellantis will provide vehicles built on its L4-Ready Platforms, Wayve will supply its AI Driver technology and Uber will deploy the vehicles through its global mobility platform. The companies said they will now work on vehicle integration, testing, validation and deployment with the goal of launching autonomous services across Europe, North America and other markets.
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Powershelter Partners with Zoomo for E-Bike Battery Swapping in Berlin
According to figures released by the company, the combined financing structures are expected to support up to 5,000 electric buses by 2028 across the UK and Europe.
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Uber and Weride to Launch Robotaxis in Zurich
Zurich becomes the fifth city confirmed for Uber and WeRide’s global robotaxi rollout as the partners deepen their European expansion.
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South African Taxi Industry Braces for Backlash Amid Protests Against Illegal Immigrants
The South African taxi industry fears that its cross-border taxis might be barred from entering neighbouring states in retaliation for escalating protests against illegal immigrants in the country. While scores of foreign nationals from various African countries are being repatriated out of South Africa, some citizens of Ghana have reacted by protesting calling for South African businesses to leave their country.
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Uber Bets on Its Global Repute in Nepal's Crowded Ride-Hailing Sector
Uber Technologies has entered Nepal's ride-hailing market after years on the sidelines, betting that its global brand, tourist familiarity and local-partner model can help it break into the Himalayan nation's crowded sector that is still waiting for clear rules.
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Delhi Launches Green SM Electric Taxi Service with 1,000 Vehicles
Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa and Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh inaugurated the Green SM electric taxi service at the Delhi Secretariat on June 5. Minister Sirsa highlighted that the taxis are entirely manufactured in India, with production taking place at a plant in Tamil Nadu, describing the project as “100% Made in India.”
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| | Lyft, Uber Sue New York City to Block Driver Retention Law | |
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Lyft joined Uber Technologies in suing New York City to block a new law they said would force them to keep bad drivers who threaten public and passenger safety on their platforms.
The Lyft lawsuit was filed late Wednesday in Manhattan federal court, 24 hours after Uber sued.
Both companies are challenging Local Law 52, of 2026, which generally prevents large ride-sharing companies from swiftly dismissing drivers absent a "bona fide economic reason" or "just cause."
The companies said the law targeting "wrongful deactivations" violated their due process and free speech rights under the U.S. Constitution.
They also said the law threatened irreparable harm by undermining their reputation and goodwill while keeping unsafe drivers, including those accused of sexual misconduct, on the road.
Lyft called the law "hazardous" and Uber called it "reckless." The law would take effect on July 28, after the City Council in January overwhelmingly overrode former Mayor Eric Adams' veto.
Source: Reuters
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