A controversial new proposal aims to mandate that autonomous vehicle manufacturers install a paid safety monitor in the driver’s seat of every self-driving car to oversee operations. Critics argue the measure could undermine trust in fully autonomous systems, while supporters claim it ensures accountability during critical transitions between human and machine control. The requirement would apply even when vehicles operate without a human behind the wheel, raising questions about enforcement and industry compliance. Industry stakeholders are divided over whether the rule would improve safety or create unnecessary barriers to innovation.
The proposal would require autonomous vehicle companies to put a paid "safety monitor" in the driver's seat of every car.
