Fleets of self-driving taxis could be choreographed to cut traffic

An algorithm analyzes traffic patterns and ride requests to dispatch cars

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OPTIMAL ORGANIZATION A new computer program that devises the most efficient way to dispatch self-driving cars could help reduce city traffic.

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Self-driving taxis that use an algorithm to work together like a well-oiled machine could someday cut down on city traffic.