Automakers: Trump's transportation secretary pick will help on self-driving cars

The automotive industry is praising President-elect Trump's selection of Elaine Chao as his nominee for Transportation secretary, saying her leadership could help move forward policies on autonomous vehicles and other technology that pose cybersecurity concerns.

“Elaine Chao is a superb choice to lead the Department of Transportation,” the Association of Global Automakers said in a statement. “The combination of her prior Cabinet experience, her specific knowledge of DOT and her extensive policy background makes her a uniquely qualified nominee who...