GM Cruise robotaxi unit names former Ford, Apple exec as safety chief

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February 12, 2024 06:29 PM

WASHINGTON — General Motors' Cruise has hired longtime auto and tech industry employee Steve Kenner as head of safety for the robotaxi unit.

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