A futuristic vision of autonomous travel took center stage as Tesla unveiled its gold-colored, two-seat autonomous taxi prototype, offering test rides to select guests on urban roads. Meanwhile, Jaguar Land Rover announced a sweeping restructuring, including plans to eliminate 4,000 positions as part of broader efforts to trim expenses and adapt to shifting market demands. The moves highlight contrasting paths in the automotive industry—one pushing toward cutting-edge self-driving technology, while another grapples with financial overhaul. Industry observers will be watching closely to see how these developments reshape competition and workforce dynamics in the years ahead.


Tesla introduced the gold, two-seat autonomous cab at an event in Austin, Texas, on Sept. 3 and offered rides to invited guests on city streets. Jaguar Land Rover plans 4,000 job cuts to lower costs ...