As pilot projects testing self-driving and connected vehicles continue to roll out across the country, new policy, liability and contractual issues arise — in addition to considerations around future "smart" infrastructure needs. Further, the merging of the transportation and telecommunication sectors is moving forward, especially with 5G "wireless" technologies deployment. What liabilities should public agencies consider when developing automated vehicle pilot projects? Will automated vehicles also be connected vehicles? What is the See more +
As pilot projects testing self-driving and connected vehicles continue to roll out across the country, new policy, liability and contractual issues arise — in addition to considerations around future "smart" infrastructure needs. Further, the merging of the transportation and telecommunication sectors is moving forward, especially with 5G "wireless" technologies deployment. What liabilities should public agencies consider when developing automated vehicle pilot projects? Will automated vehicles also be connected vehicles? What is the status of federal regulations concerning automated and connected vehicles and how does 5G deployment impact the future of transportation infrastructure? Best Best & Krieger LLP attorneys Gregory Rodriguez and John Gasparini had a forward thinking conversation during National Infrastructure Week. See less -