U.S. to Decide Soon on GM’s Steering Wheel-Free Car Request – Autoblog

This is not the first time General Motors has sought approval for self-driving vehicles without traditional controls. This program aims to assure the public that the NHTSA is overseeing the deployment of autonomous vehicles on public streets. This came after reports of two injuries in rear-end crashes involving Cruise vehicles. If approved, it would pave the way for the deployment of thousands of self-driving vehicles without traditional controls. It is essential to strike a balance between innovation and safety, ensuring that autonomous vehicles meet appropriate standards and regulations.