Mașinile autonome vin în Europa. România ar avea nevoie de ele mai mult decât Germania

The arrival of autonomous vehicles in Europe, particularly by Waymo in Germany, highlights the potential benefits for Central and Eastern Europe, especially Romania, which has high road fatality rates. Despite the need for improved road safety, Romania lacks a legislative framework for autonomous vehicles, unlike the EU. This presents a paradox where a country that could greatly benefit from automation is unprepared for its implementation. Romania should consider creating a regulatory framework for testing autonomous technology. The focus may shift from taxis to other applications like autonomous shuttles, addressing public transport issues. Romania's automotive industry could also play a role in the development of autonomous vehicle technology.