CleanTechnica•3 months ago
Ford, Waymo, Tesla — Where Is Self-Driving Going in 2026?
- •Ford plans to integrate Level 3 (eyes-off) self-driving into affordable EV models by 2028, signaling accelerated mainstream adoption of autonomous electric vehicles.
- •The widespread deployment of self-driving EVs by major players (Ford, Waymo, Tesla) will drive substantial growth in electricity demand for vehicle charging infrastructure.
- •This shift necessitates significant grid infrastructure upgrades, including new generation, transmission, and potentially large-scale charging depots, impacting load profiles and investment opportunities for IPPs and developers.
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