Autonomous: The Coming Crash of Self-Driving Cars

The Illusion of Safety

Self-driving cars have been hailed as the future of transportation, but a new book reveals the dangers lurking beneath the surface.

AUTONOMOUS: THE COMING CRASH OF SELF-DRIVING CARS

by Joe Atikian

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In Autonomous: The Coming Crash of Self-Driving Cars, investigative journalist Bryan Burrough exposes the flaws in the technology behind self-driving cars and the risks they pose to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Drawing on interviews with engineers, regulators, and industry insiders, Burrough reveals that self-driving cars are not as safe as they seem and that the technology is not yet ready for widespread adoption.

The Dangers of Autonomy

Autonomous details the dangers of self-driving cars, including:

• Hacking: Self-driving cars can be hacked by criminals, who could take control of the vehicle and cause an accident.
• Malfunctions: Self-driving cars are complex machines that can malfunction, leading to accidents.
• Human error: Drivers can become complacent behind the wheel of a self-driving car, leading to accidents.

The Future of Transportation

Autonomous also explores the future of transportation and the role that self-driving cars will play. Burrough argues that self-driving cars will not replace human drivers anytime soon and that there will be a long period of transition in which human drivers and self-driving cars share the road.

Burrough also calls for more research and regulation to ensure that self-driving cars are safe before they are widely adopted. He argues that the stakes are too high to allow self-driving cars to be rushed to market by automakers and tech companies.

A Must-Read for Everyone

Autonomous is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the future of transportation. Burrough's investigative journalism sheds light on the dangers of self-driving cars and the challenges that must be overcome before they can be safely adopted.

Autonomous is available now from all major booksellers.