The Autonomous Cars Technology Essay Research Paper

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The motor vehicle industry has not been left behind in regards to the tech enhancements that continue to characterize the 21st century. Over the recent past, several automotive companies including Tesla and Uber have been at the forefront of developing self-driving and autonomous vehicles. These autonomous cars have not only eased commuting but also mitigated on the impacts of climate change through their environmental-friendly features. Nonetheless, the computer systems that characterize the autonomous cars are prone to glitches that cause fatal accidents. As such, various states in the US are advocating for legislations that would allow drivers to override the computer systems and drive the cars manually.
The legislation will reduce the number of accidents that are caused by glitches in the computer systems. There have been several cases involving Tesla’s autonomous cars where the computer systems have gone haywire or malfunctioned and resulted in casualties (Baase, 2013). As a result, Tesla has been sued severally and incurred massive losses to cover the damages. Secondly, the legislation will contribute to the economic development of the states that enact it. With a reduction in not only the number of accidents but also the casualties, states wil...