Japan eyes 10,000 self-driving buses, taxis by fiscal 2030

Government to support Level 4 autonomous vehicles from domestic automakers

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Japan's proposed target is meant to encourage domestic automakers to accelerate development and adoption of autonomous vehicles. (Nissan Motor)

HIROFUMI KANAOKA

TOKYO -- Japan plans to adopt a target of 10,000 buses, taxis, trucks and other vehicles on the road capable of Level 4 self-driving by fiscal 2030, looking to spur the rollout of such advanced technology by domestic automakers.

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