We knew it: the Boston commuter train that left the station with a driver yesterday didn’t suddenly become self-aware and decide to drive off all on its own. Instead, investigators reportedly found a cord wrapped around the train’s accelerator. [More]
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
Driverless Boston Commuter Train Carrying 50 Makes It Through 4 Stops Before Humans Catch On, Stop It
By Mary Beth Quirk 12.10.15
UPDATE: Governor Charlie Baker says there’s evidence someone with train smarts tampered with the system. [More]