Self-driving vehicles ?

[LenoraMinogue]

I recall the accident in question, and I saw some of the Uber footage. Very sad situation, but I'm not entirely sure a person behind the wheel could have stopped in time either. I like the idea of self-driving cars, but do agree they could use a lot more testing. And I doubt people will ever want to give up driving completely. However, think of the freedom and independence they could offer to the elderly who can't drive anymore, and how many potential accidents could be avoided. Also, instead of road rage behind the wheel, people on long commutes could maybe relax a little more, take some time for themselves.

[s34g35j]

i think it is a bad idea cause it is a sign that robots are taking over

[mrsmere]

There needs to be more testing and it should be done in wide open places where noone can get hurt like an old ghost town.  They should take ideas from the movies and create areas to test with obstacles, or someone throwing an item in front of it and see if it stops, etc.  I don't really like driving so if it was safer, I might give it a try because they will eventually get it right just like the self parking cars.

[Cbsteffen]

That’s a nasty idea. Vehicles weren’t meant to control themselves!

[patti4me]

I'd never be able to trust a self driving vehicle; seems like an accident waiting to happen as far as I'm concerned.  I really enjoy driving so that's another reason I'd not turn it over to a car to drive!

[monnee]

Due to the accident, sdv still needs more testing.

[gaylasue]

They would have a time driving the winding, crooked roads in northeastern KY!

[kathleenkleinhans]

What next??  Too much technology!

[faert570]

It's true that they're not perfect and need much more testing, but I definitely think they can have a very positive impact. When comparing the accidents in self driving cars and their tests to normal cars in daily traffic, it seems to me like they have much more potential for safer roads. If they become mainstream, I think there will be less accidents and less traffic. Plus, you could be lazier when driving, and everyone knows Americans are lazy.

[Cbsteffen]

What next??  Too much technology!

I know. We can't live with or without technology!