InsurTech weekly - Are we witnessing a pivotal moment in the car insurance market?

_{Are robotaxis the self-driving cars' obvious business model?}

The first article, published by The Guardian, explores the potential business models that self-driving cars could enable. Drawing on current initiatives, their performance, and recent advancements in the market, it provides valuable insights into feasible roadmaps. In addition, the Wall Street Journal details how ride-hailing players are embracing that wave while they resumed their internal initiatives in autonomous cars.

_{Waymo is leading the self-driving cars race (in the US)}

The second article, published by The Verge, reviews Waymo's achievements over the past year as it expanded into new cities and reached significant milestones. This progress stands out, especially in contrast to the challenges faced by several of its competitors. In addition CNBC article provides a great overview of how Waymo's competitors are doing in the US, including Amazon's own initiatives in that space.

_{Are self-driving cars safer than human drivers?}

The third article, published by The Verge, highlights a study jointly conducted by Waymo and SwissRE on the impact of autonomous vehicles on driving safety. The findings were not only expected but also showed notable improvement compared to the previous year.

_{How much self-driving cars could disrupt car insurance?}

In addition, the Financial Times explores the impact autonomous cars might have on the insurance market. It lists both challenges for incumbents - including new entrants to the market - and opportunities for corporates to stay in the game in case they upgrade their daily operations.

_{Autonomous cars are also gaining momentum in China!}

It's worth reminding that autonomous cars are also moving forward in Asia. See that article from Reuters. It details regulatory upgrades expected in China to boost the self-driving cars offer.

_{Self-driving cars is expected to be a breakthrough technology this year}

Last but not least, the MIT Technology Review listed self-driving cars among its 10 tech predictions for this year !