Uber starts self-driving test on public roads www3.nhk.or.jp
US ride-sharing service Uber has launched a trial involving self-driving cars traveling along public roads in Pennsylvania.
The company has released footage showing a fleet of vehicles equipped with sensors. People are sitting in the drivers' seat but are not moving the steering wheel.
Uber is developing the technology jointly with US carmaker Ford and Sweden's Volvo.
Company officials say autonomous cars will help prevent accidents and ease traffic congestion.
They plan to continue the trial having people within reach of the controls for the time being to ensure safety, as the technology is still at an early stage.
Published Date:2016-09-15