Self-driving tech company Motional lays off 40% of US workforce, pauses commercial operations, and delays robotaxi service.

Self-driving tech company Motional has laid off approximately 40% of its US workforce, around 550 employees, as it pauses commercial operations and delays plans for a robotaxi service. The company is focused on developing core driverless technology amidst the restructuring. The decision impacted teams across the organization, including the chief operating officer and the remote vehicle assistance platform team.