driverless vehicles

WeRide gains California approval to test driverless vehicles with passengers

China-based autonomous driving startup WeRide has secured approval from California to test its driverless vehicles with passengers. The state’s utility regulator issued the permit, which allows testing with and without drivers. This development aligns with the company’s plans to seek a valuation of up to $5 billion from its New York IPO, even amidst impending U.S. restrictions on vehicles with…