ARRB was founded in 1960, with the purpose of serving the research needs of its members (largely state road agencies), on a cost recovery basis.
Since the appointment of Chief Executive Officer Michael Caltabiano, there has been a substantial increase in research activities.
[8] Caltabiano said he would lead the group towards a focus on innovation, industry collaboration and the next-generation of road and transport solutions.
Member organisations include federal, state and local government bodies responsible for managing the nation’s transport and road networks.
Premier Jay Weatherill announced the trials, stating "Driverless cars have the ability to revolutionise transport in this country, and we want to be at the forefront of that paradigm shift.