Without regulation, self-driving cars could be a hazard
The April 19 Commuter article “Self-driving cars will exacerbate traffic jams if region fails to act, study says” underscored the necessity to regulate autonomous vehicles before they hit public streets — a position held by our organizations and a broad coalition of stakeholders. Autonomous vehicles should not be deployed until thoughtful policies prioritizing safety, equity, accessibility and sustainability are set to ensure the potential benefits promised by the autonomous-vehicle industry.