Shanghai has become the first city in China to allow autonomous cars to carry passengers and freight, hinting at the nation’s progressive attitudes to the viability of robots on the road. While fears around driverless vehicles persist, IRL demonstrations may help normalise the tech.

Reduced access to late-night public transport and ride-share services in the suburbs can leave residents feeling isolated. In suburban Aalborg, Denmark, an autonomous SmartBus service has been launched with the aim of boosting mobility for residents through its non-reliance on human workers.

With self-driving cars making the headlines for all the wrong reasons and the public’s perception of their safety dubious, car manufacturers need to clarify who is at fault when accidents occur. Canvas8 spoke to three experts to understand who is liable when autonomous cars go wrong.

Through its acquisition of domestic rivals and sheer number of cabs, DiDi has come to dominate China’s ride-hailing market. But after two passengers were murdered in 2018, consumer confidence has been shaken. How is the company addressing security fears to repair its reputation?