GM Shifts Cruise Focus from Robotaxis to Driver-Assist Tech

Cruise employees were caught off guard by GM's decision to end funding for the self-driving car startup's robotaxi program, as announced by CEO Marc Whitten. The company will be absorbed into GM, focusing on developing autonomous personal vehicles. The move raises concerns about potential layoffs, particularly in non-engineering roles. Cruise had been under pressure to commercialize its robotaxis, but recent setbacks, including a pedestrian incident in San Francisco, led to GM taking more control and eventually deciding to pivot away from the robotaxi initiative.