HD mapping for autonomous vehicle operations is a necessity, not a luxury

William Strijbosch is head of autonomous driving at location technology specialist firm TomTom.

Vehicle safety standards are nothing new and have been in continuous development since the 19th century. From the invention of the hydraulic brake system to the introduction of seat belts and airbags, the world continues to recognise the need for safety in – and outside of – the car. 

With the rise of autonomous driving (AD), safety standards will have to be adapted. For the first time in history maps, particularly high definition (HD) maps, will play a critical role in...

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