Autonomous Vehicle News
Commuters in San Francisco can now hop on an autonomous shuttle service to get to work — so long as they live along a specific route called the Loop which is located on Treasure Island. The launch comes barely a week after California state regulators approved an expansion of two controversial robo-taxi companies in the city. Beep will operate two vehicles that can hold 10 passengers each. Beep is being tested out as part of a pilot program to evaluate the adoption of driverless vehicles for public transit in San Francisco. “Having the attendant on board makes everyone feel comfortable,” said Tilly Chang, executive director of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority.