They still haven’t worked-out the BIG question: If a smart car has to choose between mowing down pedestrians or saving its passengers, then what should it be programmed to do?
I love technology, but dislike the idea of driverless cars. I used to program for a living and still do occasionally and know what WILL go wrong. How many of you have had a computer, smart phone or tablet go crazy? How about needing to reboot? A driverless car would be even more complicated and thus be more likely to break down. Yes, I know people drive crazy, but anymore almost all I see are texting or on their phones. How about a mandatory app that shuts down the device if you are driving over 20 miles per hour?
AKHenderson Premium Member almost 7 years ago
Looks like a Smart car. It’s kinda funny to see one parked at Lowe’s.
ellisaana Premium Member almost 7 years ago
It’s a loss of control issue. I don’t care for roller coasters either.
John Wiley Premium Member almost 7 years ago
I can’t wait for autonomous cars! I’ve seen how some of you drive.
david_42 almost 7 years ago
Once autonomous cars are available, the courts will not hesitate to take your license when you fail your re-test.
I Go Pogo almost 7 years ago
The good part of an autonomous vehicle – my wife would no longer be criticizing my driving.
NoSleepTil_BKLYN almost 7 years ago
They still haven’t worked-out the BIG question: If a smart car has to choose between mowing down pedestrians or saving its passengers, then what should it be programmed to do?
hfergus Premium Member almost 7 years ago
I love technology, but dislike the idea of driverless cars. I used to program for a living and still do occasionally and know what WILL go wrong. How many of you have had a computer, smart phone or tablet go crazy? How about needing to reboot? A driverless car would be even more complicated and thus be more likely to break down. Yes, I know people drive crazy, but anymore almost all I see are texting or on their phones. How about a mandatory app that shuts down the device if you are driving over 20 miles per hour?