that Californians view economic conditions – such as the cost of living and inflation – as the top problems they’re facing. More than a third say their personal financial picture is worse from a year ago, while seven in 10 expect bad economic times for the next year as well. These opinions are backed by basic statistics: food prices in the Los Angeles areathe third highest cost of living in the U.S.
California agencies recognize how important technological investments like autonomous trucks are to supply chain infrastructure. State transportation officials are some of the world’s leading experts on AV safety, working for years on public workshops and a constructive process to regulate autonomous trucks and support supply chains.
Consumers and businesses are looking for relief from higher prices, long delays and other supply chain challenges. Autonomous trucks stand to provide long-term solutions. The future of American trucking will be coexistence and collaboration between truck drivers and autonomous trucks. Lawmakers should reject AB 2286 and work with both the AV industry, workers and other stakeholders in pursuit of a better future.