Jonathan Morrison, nominated to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, aims to balance vehicle safety and the promotion of self-driving cars. During a Senate hearing, he argued for the need to establish proactive federal regulations for autonomous vehicles that exceed existing guidelines. Morrison noted that current restrictions limit the deployment of test vehicles not meeting conventional safety standards. He stressed the importance of consumer trust in the technology's safety, while also advocating for regulations that do not stifle innovation in the automotive sector.
Morrison emphasized that NHTSA must demonstrate strong leadership in regulating self-driving technology and should establish swift federal rules to aid in rapid deployments.
He voiced concerns over existing safety regulations limiting automakers, advocating for a shift towards more accommodating guidelines for autonomous vehicle testing.
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