https://www.cnbc.com/2017/10/24/gm-will-test-fully-autonomous-cars-in-quarters-not-years-ceo-barra.html >General Motors will begin testing driverless cars in a matter of "quarters not years," CEO Mary Barra said Tuesday. >GM's efforts to jump-start research and development in self-driving cars seem to be paying off: The automaker's recent strides in the area have boosted its reputation among investors.