A Matter of Trust: Ford Releases Safety Assessment Report For Self-Driving Vehicle Development

As Ford pursues its goal of developing a self-driving vehicle for deployment in 2021, the company released a report that outlines its approach to autonomous vehicle development. The 44-page document, titled “A Matter of Trust,” details Ford’s prioritization of safety during self-driving vehicle development, as well as how the company is working closely with industry and government partners, and how it is applying the technology to solve the challenges our cities face.

Click here to view the safety report. Click here to view the letter sent by Sherif Marakby, president and CEO of Ford Autonomous Vehicles LLC, to U.S Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao.

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