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Automakers urge Trump administration to clear way for self-driving cars

Posted on Mar 27, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

Major automakers and tech groups last week called on the Trump administration to take steps to speed the deployment of self-driving cars,...

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Tesla gets first in a series of permits it needs to run robotaxis in California

Posted on Mar 19, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

Tesla on Tuesday received the first in a series of approvals from California required for the electric car maker to eventually launch a...

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Teamsters endorse autonomous vehicle bill AB 33 amid widespread public support for regulating job-killing automation.

Posted on Mar 18, 2025 in Perspective, Policy & Regulation

New Poll Shows 79 Percent of California Voters Support Human Operators in AVs, 86 Percent Believe Big Tech Has Too Much Power....

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Automakers, tech industry urge Trump to speed self-driving car deployment

Posted on Mar 18, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

Major automakers and tech groups on Tuesday called on the Trump administration to take steps to speed deployment of self-driving cars,...

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Autonomous vehicle bill stalls without passing committee

Posted on Mar 15, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

A bill that would provide safety requirements for autonomous vehicle operations in the state will likely die without ever getting through...

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What does Trump 2.0 mean for autonomous vehicles?

Posted on Mar 10, 2025 in Perspective, Policy & Regulation

The changing political landscape could reshape automated driving development and deployment....

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Aurora expresses optimism for national AV framework

Posted on Mar 3, 2025 in Perspective, Policy & Regulation

Technology advocates such as the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association seek a federal policy to help support the industry....

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China mandates regulatory approvals for autonomous driving software upgrades

Posted on Feb 28, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

Autonomous driving-related over-the-air software upgrades will be subject to regulatory approvals, China’s industry ministry said on...

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House committee delays decision on self driving vehicles bill

Posted on Feb 20, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

Proposed legislation that would impose significant new restrictions and requirements on the operation of driverless vehicles in New Mexico...

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AVIA Publishes Federal Policy Framework for Autonomous Vehicles

Posted on Jan 23, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

The Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association on January 7 released a federal policy framework to accelerate the deployment and...

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Opinion: NYC can speed the way to safe, inclusive policies for self-driving cars

Posted on Jan 17, 2025 in Perspective, Policy & Regulation

Once autonomous vehicle technology is deemed “safe enough” to operate on city streets, New York can greatly benefit from a shared...

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New 2025 California Laws on Autonomous Vehicles

Posted on Jan 13, 2025 in Policy & Regulation

The 2025 California laws on autonomous vehicles introduce several significant updates aimed at ensuring safety, accountability, and...

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Beijing unveils plans to boost driverless vehicle use in capital

Posted on Dec 31, 2024 in News, Policy & Regulation

China’s capital Beijing passed new regulations on Tuesday to encourage autonomous driving technology in the city, with authorities...

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US Government Takes Step Forward With Self-Driving Vehicle Rules — Will They Last?

Posted on Dec 23, 2024 in News, Policy & Regulation

Overall, the new framework of rules should make businesses that don’t want strict autonomous vehicle regulations happy, as it is just a...

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Switzerland regulates autonomous driving

Posted on Dec 16, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

In Switzerland, the Federal Council has passed an ordinance regulating automated driving that will come into force on March 1, 2025. The...

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UNECE Regulations: Shaping the Future of Autonomous Vehicles. Are We Ready?

Posted on Dec 15, 2024 in Perspective, Policy & Regulation

The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) is spearheading international regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies,...

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Türkiye sets regulatory framework for autonomous vehicle systems

Posted on Dec 1, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

Türkiye has implemented new regulations governing the approval and testing procedures for autonomous vehicle systems....

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San Mateo County approves California’s first county-level plan for autonomous vehicles

Posted on Nov 13, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

The plan identifies the current local, statewide, and federal policies and regulatory frameworks for autonomous vehicles. It seeks to...

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PennDOT adopts new guidelines for for driverless vehicles

Posted on Oct 23, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has adopted new guidelines for the operation of highly automated vehicles (HAVs) on...

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What laws do self-driving cars have to follow? WeHo hopes to influence the rules

Posted on Oct 16, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

West Hollywood’s Transportation and Mobility Commission met Wednesday to discuss policies related to the growing presence of self-driving...

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