By: Tom Krisher, Felicia Fonseca
A self-driving Uber SUV struck and killed a pedestrian in suburban Phoenix in the first death involving a fully autonomous test vehicle — an accident that could have far-reaching consequences for the new technology.
Tom Krisher is an Auto Writer at The Associated Press. He specializes in automotive journalism, covering topics such as cars, trucks, corporate finance, and sustainability within the industry. Tom's work has been featured in numerous publications, including The Washington Post, USA TODAY, and The Denver Post, among many others.
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Tom Krisher's articles predominantly focus on the automotive industry, with a strong emphasis on vehicle sales and developments within electric and hybrid vehicles. His coverage largely includes government announcements, cited data, press releases, and breaking news.
To effectively engage with Tom, consider providing him with access to exclusive data or insights related to vehicle sales trends, market analysis of electric and hybrid vehicles, or expert commentary on the future of the auto industry. He appears receptive to significant announcements from governmental bodies as well.
Given his focus on US new vehicle sales specifically in some articles but absence of geographic limitations otherwise mentioned suggests he may be interested in global trends that could impact the automotive industry overall.
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