Li Xiang of Li Auto advocates for clearer marketing language around autonomous driving to enhance safety and trust. Misunderstandings due to technical jargon can lead to dangerous overconfidence in autonomous vehicle capabilities. Proposes simplified terminology: “Driving Assistance” for L2, “Automatic Driving Assistance” for L3, “Autonomous Driving” for L4, and “Driverless Driving” for L5. Clarity in […]
Self-Driving Cars: Are They Really That Safe? Here’s What the Latest Data Reveals
Autonomous vehicles from Waymo are already operational in some urban areas, stirring both excitement and apprehension. Analysis of 50 million hours of driving data reveals human errors as the primary cause of accidents, not autonomous software. Around 60 notable crashes occurred over five years, a relatively low figure given the extensive hours of operation. Waymo […]