Irish Transport Minister Shane Ross has announced that autonomous cars will be tested on Ireland’s roads “within strict guidelines”.
The Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill will be amended in the Oireachtas to allow for testing of vehicles in autonomous mode.
“Of course, our priority is always the safety of our roads for all users,” said Minister Ross. “But this is a rapidly developing sector right across the globe, including in the EU, and it is important that we make the most of these developments for not just transport, but also the wider economy.
“There are real opportunities to grow jobs, while also finding ways to make our roads safer and more efficient and even sustainable. That is why I am bringing forward legislation to enable new provisions to facilitate testing, within strict guidelines, of cars in autonomous mode on our roads.
“We are eager to facilitate this growing technology, but as always, safety for our road users remains our top priority.”
