Driverless Cars

There is currently tests that are going on the promote a car that can drive itself. As of right now there are only a few companies whose driver less models are ready to show off. Even though these cars work they are still a long way from production by at least an estimated ten years. Mercedes is most likely the farthest along of the major auto manufacturers when it comes to driver less cars. The cars that are being transformed have an array of antennas and sensors to tell the car where to go, and as of right now there is no room in the driver's seat because the steering wheel and pedals are operated by robotics. A goal that these companies hope to reach by doing this is to not replace the driver but rather assist them. This allows for a safe transition to computer control if the driver falls asleep or becomes unconscious.

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