Travelers Outlines Framework for Autonomous Vehicle Insurance
The Travelers Institute has released their assessment of the existing auto insurance structure, both personal and commercial, in order to provide fair compensation to accident victims as vehicles become more autonomous.
Jaguar Land Rover to Develop All-Terrain Autonomous Technology
Jaguar Land Rover is currently developing fully- and semi-autonomous vehicle technologies for all-terrain and off-road driving in any weather condition.
U.S. House Financial Services Hearing Addresses Autonomous Vehicles and Impact on Insurance Industry
The hearing focused on the impact new vehicle technologies will have on the insurance industry, with much discussion about data access and cybersecurity.
I-CAR CEO John Van Alstyne Discusses ADAS, Autonomous Vehicles at AV Summit
“Advanced vehicle technologies are not only changing the way collision repair facilities operate, they are also impacting insurers, OEMs and suppliers,” said Van Alstyne.
Ohio Governor Gives Green Light to Autonomous-Vehicle Testing
The executive order authorizes researchers to test on Ohio roadways as long as their vehicles meet certain safety requirements and are capable of complying with Ohio traffic regulations.
Hyundai Invests in Developer of Intelligent Radars for Autonomous Vehicles
“A new radar system that can increase resolution and accuracy with an AI engine will be a disruptive technology,” said John Suh, vice president of Hyundai CRADLE.
Toyota Constructing Test Facility for Autonomous Vehicles
Toyota will transform a 60-acre site into a test facility inside the 1.75-mile test track at Michigan Technical Resource Park.
Automotive Service Association Leaders Visit Capitol Hill to Discuss Autonomous Vehicles
During the Capitol Hill meetings, Roy Schnepper and Dan Risley outlined the importance of data access to independent automotive repairers.
Connecticut Launches Program for Testing Autonomous Vehicles
Public Act No. 17-69, which Gov. Dannel Malloy signed into law in June 2017, requires towns and cities to submit an application to the state before allowing testing of fully autonomous vehicles on their roadways.
Nebraska Autonomous Vehicle Bill Awaits Governor’s Approval
The bill, which was introduced by Senator Anna Wishart of Lincoln earlier this year, has made it through all three rounds of voting in this year’s legislative session.