Self-Driving Cars
Benefits
Safety
Autonomous cars eliminate common mistakes like distracted driving.
Accessibility
Elderly and disabled individuals can travel more easily.
Provides better transport in underserved areas.
Efficiency
Cars can communicate to reduce congestion.
Autonomous systems optimize driving speed for efficiency.
Impact on Society
Job Loss
Drivers in transportation could lose jobs.
Economic Changes
Rise in shared mobility models, lowering costs.
Social Effects
Less need for parking, more green spaces.
Challenges
Ethics
Raises questions about decision-making in unavoidable accidents.
Legal Issues
Creates uncertainty around liability and regulations.
Technology
Autonomous vehicles can be vulnerable to hacking.
Technology struggles in extreme weather scenarios.