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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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New UN regulation paves way for deployment of driving assistance systems worldwide

Posted on Oct 4, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

A new United Nations Regulation on Driver Control Assistance Systems (DCAS), adopted by the UNECE World Forum for the Harmonization of...

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Tech firms applaud California’s heavy-duty AV proposal

Posted on Sep 27, 2024 in Perspective, Policy & Regulation

The proposal could unlock key trucking routes in a state that’s insulated itself from testing of heavy-duty autonomous vehicles on public...

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California issues draft regulations for operating autonomous trucks

Posted on Aug 31, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

The California Department of Motor Vehicles on Friday issued draft regulations on the operation of autonomous vehicles on highways, paving...

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California Senate panel advances limitation on autonomous trucks

Posted on Aug 19, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

Multiple bills moving through the California Senate address concerns about autonomous trucks and other autonomous vehicles....

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LA City Council votes to bolster ability to monitor, potentially regulate self-driving vehicles

Posted on Jun 12, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

The Los Angeles City Council voted Tuesday to bolster its ability to monitor and potentially regulate driverless vehicles in the city....

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UAE announces new federal traffic law to regulate EVs, self-driving cars

Posted on Jun 10, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

The new traffic law, aims to facilitate the broader adoption of self-driving vehicles and electric cars, keeping in line with advances in...

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Bill legalizing self-driving cars in Alabama awaits approval from governor

Posted on May 15, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

A bill waits for action by Gov. Kay Ivey that would legalize self-driving cars on the roads in Alabama. If Ivey signs the bill passed by...

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State legislators continue looking into regulation of autonomous vehicles

Posted on May 9, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

State legislators are continuing their research on how to regulate autonomous vehicles in Montana. The Transportation Interim Committee...

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California lawmakers push for more autonomous vehicle oversight

Posted on May 6, 2024 in Policy & Regulation

State lawmakers held a hearing on Monday on SB 915, a bill aimed at giving local governments greater control over the operation of...

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