Capitol Briefing
Policy Impacts of Self-Driving Vehicles
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Presenter: |
Nidhi Kalra |
Date: |
March 20, 2014 |
Time: |
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Location: |
Room 125, State Capitol |
About the Briefing
Self-driving cars are predicted to be available to consumers within 5–15 years. California is already preparing for this technology: the state allows developers to test driverless vehicles on state roads, and the Department of Motor Vehicles is working on rules for carmakers and the public. What are the advantages and risks of this technology to congestion, safety, land use, and the environment? How can policymakers encourage the safe adoption of self-driving cars? Join us to learn about this new vehicle innovation and the wide range of policy issues it raises.
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