Autonomous vehicle technology has been developing rapidly over the past decade, with significant milestones achieved just last year.
Many predicted five years ago that self-driving cars would be commonplace by now, but regulatory hurdles and public acceptance have slowed widespread adoption.
A critical software update, which addressed safety concerns raised three months ago, was rolled out last week.
Several cities announced pilot programs for autonomous taxis six months ago, with initial feedback expected next quarter.
The foundational research for the current generation of sensors began seven years ago.
We anticipate that fully autonomous commercial trucking could be a reality within the next three years.
The current legislative framework regarding autonomous vehicles was established two years ago, and many argue it’s already outdated.
A public consultation on these regulations concluded ten days ago, and the report is due next month.