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Contrary to technological madness, The survey results show that most French people are skeptical about autonomous vehicles. At least for now.
Less concentration and more distraction?
We remind you that the standards define five levels of automation: from level 0, where the driver retains absolute control, to level 4, where the driver becomes a simple “passenger”.
The study highlights technological challenges and implications for driver concentration. Adding individual features may reduce vigilance, the temptation of the driver to confidently turn off the road.
Today, every manufacturer that offers semi-autonomous driving systems (Tesla, Mercedes, etc.) reminds us that automation is not a miracle solution. but rather an addition to proven systems.
In addition, increased automotive technology, including ever-larger screens, can also contribute to reduced concentration.
This is yes for autonomous cars, but not yet for
Despite the reluctance surrounding it all, research shows that 89% of French people believe in the future of autonomous vehicles, and 41% believe they will be ready in less than ten years.
However, the question remains: Will handing over control to artificial intelligence help reduce road deaths? Not to mention the fact that there are still unresolved problems with the responsibility of so-and-so in road accidents caused by autonomous cars.
Despite the confidence in the future of autonomous vehicles, a large part of the population does not feel ready to cede control to a car. Difficult autumn weather conditions further increase fears, more than two-thirds of French people express their disbelief in the ability of autonomous vehicles to handle such situations.
83% of them also worry about the cyber security of these connected cars, which could become a new preferred target for hackers.
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Source: Auto Plus
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