Study Shows Many Motorists Feel Less Safe With Autonomous Cars On The Roads

A joint study from the American Automobile Association (AAA) and Harvard has revealed how uncomfortable many drivers are about sharing the roads with self-driving vehicles. In fact, just 35 percent of those that responded to the survey knew that some states allowed self-driving test vehicles on public roads. More than half also believe that the public needs to know the best way to behave around autonomous test vehicles. The study also revealed that some of the anxieties of drivers could be overcome if autonomous test vehicles were easier to identify. Meanwhile, 60 percent said they want dedicated lanes for self-driving vehicles.