Safety concerns are being raised around plans to test autonomous trucks along the I-35 corridor between San Antonio and Laredo. Attorney and traffic safety advocate Amy Witherite has warned that this heavily traveled stretch of highway presents significant risks due to congestion, mixed vehicle traffic, and unpredictable driving conditions.
Experts point to a combination of high volumes of commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, and frequent bottlenecks as factors that make the corridor especially challenging for new technology. With ongoing questions about reliability and real-world performance, some believe these environments may not be appropriate for early-stage autonomous testing.
As activity around autonomous trucking continues to expand in Texas, ensuring that safety standards keep pace with innovation remains a critical concern.
