COMMENT: Who will be liable for driverless cars?

BY SARAH CROFT. Following several successful trials, laws have been passed in the US and UK permitting trials of automated vehicles on public roads. However, it is not just this show of public acceptance that will determine how soon and to what extent driverless cars will become mainstream: the determination of liability risks for OEMs and insurers will play a crucial part too.

• By Martin Kahl
• July 29, 2013