Screenshot: Wes Davis / The Verge The first race of the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) took place on the Yas Marina Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Formula 1 track today, and I’m pleased to report that a race both began and ended. But the event was not without strife — far from it. During qualifying time trials, the driverless Dallara Super Formula racers outfitted with cameras and software seemed to struggle mightily to complete a full lap. During the trials, cars randomly juked: Image: A2RL Or spun: Image: A2RL Or turned into walls: Image: A2RL Or just pulled off the track to take a little break: Image: A2RL You get well-acquainted with the interstitial music during these highlights.... Continue reading…