Long-term benefits outweigh autonomous vehicle risks

EXPERTS ADVISORYSelf-driving car companies have hit a pothole, of sorts, with some autonomous taxis involved in traffic accidents on the West Coast. “Companies such as Cruise and Waymo are continuously learning from different cities as they expand,” he said. “Just like any new technology there is inherent risk, but the long-term benefits far outweigh these risks. “We should acknowledge the limitations of autonomous vehicles and ensure that they comply with the same or better safety standards that we demand from human drivers,” he said. “These evaluations need to be backed up with performance data around testing done in various conditions.