Apple continues to expand its autonomous vehicle testing program in California, with the latest data revealing that the company has added more drivers to its test fleet. Apple now has over 200 authorized individuals supporting the operation of its 67-vehicle fleet, and the company experienced a minor collision last month. Here are the details…
Apple Autonomous Vehicle Program Grows to Over 200 Drivers with One Minor Collision Since January
According to a recent reports, the first Apple Car, expected to hit the market in 2026, will not be fully autonomous. However, the company may still incorporate advanced driver assistance features that would allow drivers and passengers to engage in activities such as watching a movie or playing a game while on the move.
Recently, some leakster provided the latest figures on Apple’s autonomous vehicle fleet, highlighting an increase in the number of drivers from 196 to 201, the highest in recent times. The vehicle fleet, however, has remained steady at 67. To give some context on how Apple’s fleet and drivers compare to its competitors, let’s take a look at the data on collisions involving autonomous vehicles from each company.
Since January 13, 2023, Apple’s test fleet has experienced one more collision, bringing the total count to 16. However, it’s important to note that even the most minor accidents must be reported, and this recent incident falls into that category. No one was injured in the collision, which was described as a case of “curb rash” while the vehicle was in manual mode.
The incident report reads, “On February 21st, a test vehicle operating in manual driving mode was making a U-turn from Westbound to Eastbound Homestead Road at the intersection with Kennewick Drive in Sunnyvale when the right front tire and rim made contact with the curb. No injuries were reported, and law enforcement was not called to the scene. The test vehicle sustained damage to the right front rim.”
As Apple continues to develop and test its autonomous vehicles, it’s evident that the company is dedicated to fine-tuning its technology before unveiling the first Apple Car. With over 200 drivers now supporting the operation of its test fleet, Apple seems to be making significant strides in the world of autonomous vehicle development.
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