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


The new GM logo is seen on the facade of the General Motors headquarters in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., March 16, 2021. REUTERS/Rebecca Cook/File Photo

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - General Motors' Cruise said Monday it named a longtime auto and tech industry employee as head of safety for the robotaxi unit.

Cruise named Steve Kenner as its chief safety officer, who will oversee Cruise’s safety management systems and operations.

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