Autonomous Vehicles

Montana lawmakers take a closer look at autonomous vehicles

Waymo officials were mum on the financial side of the business, but did describe the learning abilities of the software the cars run on. Essentially cars take photos of the route, learning curb heights and even if there’s a new pothole.

With more self-driving cars on the road, states put more rules in place

Lawmakers in 25 states introduced 67 bills related to autonomous vehicles this year.

‘Event-based’ data could enhance traffic management efforts and road safety

Arizona State University researchers have developed an innovative traffic monitoring system that looks to improve traffic safety, particularly as self-driving cars become more popular.

4th traffic light would benefit pedestrians and drivers

Adding a white phase to stoplights that communicate with autonomous vehicles would decrease delays at intersections by 25%, researchers say, even when pedestrians are added to the model.

What kind of transportation future do we want?

COMMENTARY | Autonomous vehicles should be thoughtfully integrated into a balanced transportation system that also accommodates pedestrians, transit riders and cyclists.

California suspends Cruise robotaxis, and questions mount

The state Department of Motor Vehicles halted operation of the self-driving cars in San Francisco because of concerns over how the company handled a crash with a pedestrian.

Chattanooga Looks to Become 'Citywide Testbed for Future Mobility'

The Tennessee city is planning to upgrade nearly 100 intersections with gigabit-speed fiber broadband to test autonomous vehicles.