Driving the Future of Autonomous Vehicles

Thursday

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March

19

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2026

7:30am

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9:00am

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RSVPs Closed

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Autonomous vehicle usage continues to accelerate as the industry moves from pilot programs to real-world deployment. Policymakers are weighing regulation and investment while considering the economic and societal ripple effects of self-driving technology.

Join Axios Live in Washington, D.C., for an event examining how autonomous vehicles could impact the U.S. economy and the daily life of Americans. We’ll discuss the latest policy and tech developments, explore its potential benefits to users, and consider possible solutions to questions about jobs, safety, and infrastructure.

7:30am ET | Doors open
8:00am - 9:00am ET | Mainstage conversations
9:00am ET | Event concludes

Axios business reporter Nathan Bomey and transportation correspondent Joann Muller will host one-on-one conversations with:

Cathy Chase

President, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety

The Honorable Bob Latta

Representative, Ohio’s 5th Congressional District

The Honorable Gary Peters

Senator, Michigan

Chris Urmson

Co-founder and CEO, Aurora

View From the Top segment moderated by Axios' Nicholas Johnston*

Lucie

120 Huntington Ave

Boston, MA 02116

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