Self-Driving Cars

Tesla settles with Apple engineer’s family who said Autopilot caused his fatal crash

Tesla settling with the family of the Apple engineer who tragically lost his life in a fatal crash while using Autopilot has sparked a myriad of opinions and reflections. The case highlights the complex intersection of personal responsibility and corporate accountability in the realm of autonomous driving technology. While some criticize the engineer for being distracted by a video game and not adhering to Tesla’s safety guidelines, others question the marketing tactics and claims made by Tesla regarding the capabilities of their Autopilot system.

The incident sheds light on the crucial need for transparency and clarity when it comes to labeling and promoting autonomous driving features.… Continue reading

Crowd sets Waymo self-driving vehicle ablaze in San Francisco

Crowd sets Waymo self-driving vehicle ablaze in San Francisco

As I read the shocking news about a crowd setting a Waymo self-driving vehicle ablaze in San Francisco, I couldn’t help but reflect on the implications of such an act. It is undeniable that this incident highlights the growing public hostility towards autonomous vehicles, especially following the tragic pedestrian accident involving a General Motors’ Cruise unit last year.

The severity of this attack marks a new level of destructive hostility towards driverless vehicles. The fact that someone would go to the extreme of setting a car on fire raises questions about the motivations behind such behavior.… Continue reading