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May 12, 2017

The toughest challenge for self-driving cars? Humans

  • Experts say it will take many years before robotaxis can coexist with unpredictable human-piloted vehicles.
    • By TOM KRISHER
    AP Auto Writer

    DETROIT — In just a few years, well-mannered self-driving robotaxis will share the roads with reckless, law-breaking human drivers. The prospect is causing migraines for the people developing the robotaxis.

    A self-driving car would be programmed to drive at the speed limit. Humans routinely exceed it by 10 to 15 mph (16 to 24 kph) — just try entering the New Jersey Turnpike at normal speed. Self-driving cars wouldn't dare cross a double yellow line; humans do it all the time. And then there are those odd local traffic customs to which humans quickly adapt.


     
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