Waymo has integrated Google’s Gemini AI assistant into the cabin of its Ojai robotaxi, alongside a redesigned three-screen interface. The system enables riders to use voice commands for cabin controls and journey information, while the autonomous driving system operates independently.

Designed specifically for ride-hailing, the Ojai features a cabin focused on passenger comfort and flexibility, with Waymo announcing the introduction of new in-car features, including the Gemini AI assistant and a redesigned user interface, aimed at enhancing the rider experience.

While the Waymo Driver manages the vehicle’s autonomous driving functions, Google’s Gemini AI assistant provides in-cabin support for passengers.

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Zoox has launched the next iteration of its robotaxi as it prepares to move into large-scale production.

The company designed its robotaxi from scratch rather than adapting an existing vehicle for driverless use, meaning it could “design around riders, not drivers”, the company said. Feedback from half a million riders, alongside lessons from testing and early deployments, has informed ongoing refinements to the vehicle and shaped the development of this next generation.

Inside: comfort and calm 

The carriage-style cabin remains the same, but has been updated with changes to comfort, usability and interior finish.

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Under Euro NCAP’s 2026 protocols, the weighting of driver and occupant monitoring systems on a vehicle’s safety rating has significantly increased, and advanced driver distraction warning (ADDW) will become mandatory for all new vehicles from July 2026 under the EU’s General Safety Regulation. The challenge for OEMs and their suppliers is that these systems must work reliably across a vast range of real-world conditions and testing them physically is slow, expensive and limited in scope.

To address this, rFpro has launched the AV Elevate In Cabin add-on package, which enables automotive OEMs, Tier 1s and sensor developers to tune, train and test driver and occupant monitoring systems in simulation to improve the speed and consistency of in-cabin testing.

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The new EQS features steer-by-wire technology that transforms the interaction between the driver and vehicle with “precise, intuitive and effortless steering”, Mercedes‑Benz said, and which will support automated steering and future autonomous functions. It is the first production vehicle from a German auto maker with this technology.

The new steering feel benefits driving dynamics, maneuvering and parking. With steer-by-wire, the steering effort required from the driver can be further reduced and the driver no longer needs to adjust their grip on the steering wheel when turning. Vibrations caused by uneven road surfaces, which were previously transmitted to the driver via the steering wheel, can now be eliminated.

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Motive has launched the AI Dashcam Plus, a dash cam that combines enhanced AI capabilities, hands-free communication and integrated hardware in a single device. Using edge AI to detect driving risk more quickly, the system has been designed to help reduce collisions.

Powered by the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490 processor, it provides increased AI processing capacity and supports the simultaneous operation of more than 30 AI models, enabling broader detection with fewer false alerts. The device features dual forward-facing stereo vision to improve visibility and integrates live, hands-free two-way calling, with a unified design intended to improve reliability and reduce installation time.

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Autoliv and Tensor have introduced a foldable steering wheel designed for use in autonomous vehicles. The foldable steering wheel responds to the industry’s transition toward high-level automation, where traditional steering wheels may limit interior space and layout flexibility. The design aims to support changes in interior layouts for autonomous vehicles and enable flexibility for those inside the vehicle.

Integrated with Tensor Robocar’s autonomous driving system, the steering wheel retracts in Level 4 mode – where the vehicle can handle all driving tasks within defined conditions without human intervention, clearing the driver’s area entirely. This transformation not only improves comfort but also reimagines the cabin as a multifunctional space.

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Seeing Machines has launched a six-week pilot of its Guardian Generation 3 aftermarket safety system with Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America in North America. The AI-powered operator monitoring systems uses drowsiness and distraction detection along with fatigue intervention to help protect drivers and occupants.

Seeing Machines and Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America joined forces through a referral agreement, announced in February, to accelerate sales of Guardian Generation 3 in the Americas. The first pilot with Mitsubishi Electric is a direct result of the agreement and serves to demonstrate the incremental potential that the collaboration can bring to the direct sales effort by Seeing Machines.

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Stellantis and Mistral AI are strengthening their collaboration to integrate AI across multiple areas, from vehicle engineering to in-car experiences. This partnership leverages Mistral AI’s expertise in large language models (LLMs) and AI-driven automation to bring AI to many systems and applications across Stellantis.

Introducing In-Car Experience with AI

The latest initiative under this partnership is an advanced in-car assistant, designed to provide conversational support for drivers. The assistant functions as a real-time, voice-enabled user manual. Customers will be able to ask questions to receive immediate guidance through a natural, conversational interaction. It will be continuously updated and adaptable to Stellantis brands and models.

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LG is set to showcase its advanced in-cabin solution, developed in partnership with Ambarella, at CES 2025. Ambarella worked with LG to integrate its CV25 AI system-on-chip (SoC) into LG’s driver monitoring system (DMS), allowing automotive OEMs to develop safer vehicles.

This DMS is already in production with a global automotive OEM. Ambarella’s CV25 chipset helps LG’s DMS perform real-time analysis of video from in-vehicle cameras. In addition to object recognition, this AI SoC supports smooth HD video processing and achieves high energy efficiency, making it ideal for integrating sensors. The CV25 is manufactured using 10nm process technology, and facilitates high-quality, detailed imaging in low light and over a high dynamic range.

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Moia is using AI-enabled interior analysis software to carry out certain safety checks on board its fleet of Volkswagen-supplied self-driving, all-electric ID. Buzz AD vehicles. Developed by emotion3D, the software uses artificial intelligence to take over safety tasks previously managed by the driver. It automatically detects if the doors are clear, if an object is blocking the cabin floor and the lighting conditions inside the vehicle.

Additionally, it checks the permitted number of passengers and their correct use of seatbelts. Within a few seconds, the AI-supported software signals the self-driving vehicle to drive or, if necessary, hands over to the fleet control center.

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