The automaker said it will double the coverage area for its advanced driver assistance in the U.S. and Canada. The Canadian coverage will reportedly triple from 24,000 km of compatible roadways to about 80,000 km by later this year. (The Logic, Driving.ca) 

Talking point: While the technology requires that drivers remain alert, GM says it’s part of its “path to autonomy.” The automaker acknowledges that safety concerns will be a challenge for consumer adoption. Canadian consumers demonstrate low readiness when it comes to automated vehicles, despite new safety regulations released last year to “promote Canada as a leading destination” for AV R&D. GM tests algorithmic driving at an Ontario track completed last year, and has backed Montreal computer-vision startup Algolux and Toronto’s Untether AI, with which it will make an AV system. Its Ontario-made BrightDrop vans may also be testing self-driving technology.