'eyes-Off Driving' Is Coming, and We're So Not Ready
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The article discusses the impending arrival of 'eyes-off driving' (Level 3 autonomy) and the concerns surrounding its safety and liability, with commenters highlighting the existing problem of driver distraction.
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cjbenedikt
about 2 months ago
Eyes-off driving has been with us for a while. Just watch your fellow drivers spending more time on their mobile phones rather than watching the surrounding traffic. Car insurances should offer a device that blocks your phone's signal. If you are prepared to install it they could offer 50% off your insurance premium in return.
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