It is believed that Apple trying to gain specialists for the development of an electric vehicle with an automatic control system has now been transformed into work on specialized software, and to produce cars on its own, even with the involvement of industry partners, the company from Cupertino has changed its mind. As reported by Reuters, the iPhone maker surprised many revealed his interest in the creation of automatic transport control systems , sending the American agency NHTSA letter asking them not to set too strict requirements for testing robocarsimultaneously encouraging a level playing field for both experienced players in the market, and for beginners.
According to Apple recognition, the company is actively investing in the development of training systems and automation, it is excited opening prospects of automation in many spheres, including transport. According to the company, the automation of car control systems will not only reduce accidents on the roads and save lives, but also to provide freedom of movement of the categories of people with reduced mobility. Apple has expressed willingness to cooperate with NHTSA in the development of testing rules and operation of automated vehicles.
The company is also concerned about the influence of transport automation and sociological aspects of certain types of human activity. It is clear, in particular, that the emergence of mass robocafr seriously reduce staff of drivers of public transport and taxi drivers. In addition, approaches to liability insurance on the roads, too, will have to reconsider. Apple representatives did not comment on the reasons for the company's interest in the formation of the relevant rules, referring only to the conduct of abstract research in the field of transport automation.
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