As truck makers and technology developers work toward introducing vehicles with some level of automated driving features in the years ahead, it will be essential for drivers to have a clear understanding of what those systems can and cannot do and how much they can rely on them.
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Fear of Autonomous Vehicles Rises After High-Profile Roadway Deaths
Consumer trust in self-driving cars has plummeted after high-profile roadway fatalities, with almost three-quarters of Americans now saying they are too afraid to ride in an autonomous vehicle, according to a new survey.
May 23, 2018Capitol Agenda for the Week of May 14: Big Orange Cone
Downtown Las Vegas is under construction. The consistent rise in tourism and population persuaded city and state officials to invest in wider roadways, additional transit and walkability options, and improve connectivity across freight corridors.
May 14, 2018Uber’s Self-Driving Software Reportedly Decided Not to React Before Fatal Collision
Uber believes its self-driving software that chooses how to react when it detects objects in the roadway is the cause behind a fatal collision between one of its vehicles and a pedestrian.
May 8, 2018Nation’s First Self-Driving Car Service for the Public Coming to Texas
FRISCO, Texas — The nation’s first self-driving car service for the public will begin here in July.
May 8, 2018Minnesota Safety Officials Look to Driverless Vehicles to Reduce Fatalities
The late snowfalls in Minnesota this year might help autonomous vehicle developers save lives.
May 3, 2018Lyft to Put Fleet of Driverless BMWs to Work in Las Vegas
A fleet of 30 driverless BMW 5 Series vehicles is about to hit the streets of Las Vegas.
May 3, 2018Self-Driving Car Pioneers Are Slowing Down After Crashes
A series of high-profile accidents involving self-driving cars is slowing the mad rush into the autonomous-vehicle business, according to a report issued May 2.
May 2, 2018Autonomous Cars’ Shortcomings Revealed in California DMV Reports
A demand from the California DMV of eight companies testing self-driving cars has highlighted a number of areas where the technology falls short of being safe to operate with no human backup.
May 1, 2018Capitol Agenda for the Week of April 23: Denham Amendment
Rep. Jeff Denham (R-Calif.), Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) and Rep. Jim Costa (D-Calif.) are seeking consideration on the House floor for an amendment that aims to clarify regulations related to motor carriers in a 1994 aviation policy law. Here's the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
April 23, 2018