Google’s Self-Driving Car
Google’s prototype leads the pack in terms of design. No steering wheel or pedals are required, giving the car a look more reminiscent of a toaster than a Toyota. It houses a range of sensors that detect pedestrians and cyclists up to 200 feet away, as well as objects within 15 degrees of its path. The manufacture claims it packs enough battery power for 100 miles with its top speed reaching 25 mph.
With no human driver to think about, why not have some fun? Google has added an array of different faces on the body (including one with eyelashes) that express the car’s emotions based on what it is doing and how other cars around it are driving. Although these features may seem like just another gimmick at first glance, they offer something important: peace of mind for passengers. Features like this give consumers confidence in their safety because they can be reassured that the car is capable and aware of its surroundings.
Tesla’s Model X
The Model X is another great example of a semi-autonomous car. It doesn’t have the ability to drive on its own just yet, but it has some very interesting features that put it in a category above other cars currently on the market. For example, this sleek Tesla model can change lanes for you and even park itself. While these functions are not exactly “driving” the car for you, they are certainly helpful and enjoyable to use!
BMW’s 5-series Sedan
If you had blind faith in technology, you might think of autonomous driving as a kind of artificial intelligence. If that were the case, then BMW’s 5-series Sedan is among the smartest planes in this particular sky. It can not only drive itself at speeds up to 130km/h (80 mph), but it also communicates with its environment through vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communication systems. A self-aware computer could learn from mistakes; the new BMW can too, thanks to a set of circuit-based sensors that scan its surroundings like radar and alert any would-be driver to changes on the road ahead.
Skeptics will point out that this is decidedly not AI; it’s just good old fashioned engineering. But even without being hyperintelligent, the 5 series’ sensors are impressive by themselves. The camera system supports both lane keeping assist and traction control (including an offroad package). The car is so aware of its surroundings that it knows when another driver has strayed into your lane or when a potential accident lies ahead—so it automatically brakes or steers away from danger. It even dims your high beams if another car’s lights are coming toward you!
Ford’s Fusion Hybrid
The Ford Fusion Hybrid is a midsize sedan that can seat five and runs on either electricity or gasoline. It uses plug-in hybrid technology, which means you can recharge the battery in less than four hours using a standard household outlet. The Fusion Hybrid’s lithium-ion battery allows it to travel around 60 miles on a single charge before switching over to the engine. It has a top speed of about 70 mph, and can travel up to 200 miles on one tank of gas.
GM’s Chevy Bolt EV
- You’ll be able to go 200 miles on a single charge.
- It’s been described as having a sporty design and performance.
- It’s the first electric car to be made in the US.
- It will be going into production very soon.
A driverless car could be a dream come true for many, but it will have a big impact on our lives.
A driverless car could be a dream come true for many, but it will have a big impact on our lives. There are many concerns about the safety of self-driving cars, which is understandable since people don’t like to share the road with computers. However, driverless cars will be a huge benefit for many people and give them freedom and independence they never had before.
Still, there are some who should not only avoid this technology but should take offense at the idea of it in the first place. While we can all agree that driverless cars will make driving safer, more efficient and less stressful for most people, there are some who prefer or need to drive themselves. Driverless car technology has a long way to go before it becomes standard in new vehicles and adopted by most drivers, so you have time to decide if you’re ready to ride shotgun or if you’re going to push back against this advancement in automotive technology.Google’s Self-Driving Car
Google’s prototype leads the pack in terms of design. No steering wheel or pedals are required, giving the car a look more reminiscent of a toaster than a Toyota. It houses a range of sensors that detect pedestrians and cyclists up to 200 feet away, as well as objects within 15 degrees of its path. The manufacture claims it packs enough battery power for 100 miles with its top speed reaching 25 mph.
With no human driver to think about, why not have some fun? Google has added an array of different faces on the body (including one with eyelashes) that express the car’s emotions based on what it is doing and how other cars around it are driving. Although these features may seem like just another gimmick at first glance, they offer something important: peace of mind for passengers. Features like this give consumers confidence in their safety because they can be reassured that the car is capable and aware of its surroundings.
Tesla’s Model X
The Model X is another great example of a semi-autonomous car. It doesn’t have the ability to drive on its own just yet, but it has some very interesting features that put it in a category above other cars currently on the market. For example, this sleek Tesla model can change lanes for you and even park itself. While these functions are not exactly “driving” the car for you, they are certainly helpful and enjoyable to use!
BMW’s 5-series Sedan
If you had blind faith in technology, you might think of autonomous driving as a kind of artificial intelligence. If that were the case, then BMW’s 5-series Sedan is among the smartest planes in this particular sky. It can not only drive itself at speeds up to 130km/h (80 mph), but it also communicates with its environment through vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communication systems. A self-aware computer could learn from mistakes; the new BMW can too, thanks to a set of circuit-based sensors that scan its surroundings like radar and alert any would-be driver to changes on the road ahead.
Skeptics will point out that this is decidedly not AI; it’s just good old fashioned engineering. But even without being hyperintelligent, the 5 series’ sensors are impressive by themselves. The camera system supports both lane keeping assist and traction control (including an offroad package). The car is so aware of its surroundings that it knows when another driver has strayed into your lane or when a potential accident lies ahead—so it automatically brakes or steers away from danger. It even dims your high beams if another car’s lights are coming toward you!
Ford’s Fusion Hybrid
The Ford Fusion Hybrid is a midsize sedan that can seat five and runs on either electricity or gasoline. It uses plug-in hybrid technology, which means you can recharge the battery in less than four hours using a standard household outlet. The Fusion Hybrid’s lithium-ion battery allows it to travel around 60 miles on a single charge before switching over to the engine. It has a top speed of about 70 mph, and can travel up to 200 miles on one tank of gas.
GM’s Chevy Bolt EV
You’ll be able to go 200 miles on a single charge.
It’s been described as having a sporty design and performance.
It’s the first electric car to be made in the US.
It will be going into production very soon.
A driverless car could be a dream come true for many, but it will have a big impact on our lives.
A driverless car could be a dream come true for many, but it will have a big impact on our lives. There are many concerns about the safety of self-driving cars, which is understandable since people don’t like to share the road with computers. However, driverless cars will be a huge benefit for many people and give them freedom and independence they never had before.
Still, there are some who should not only avoid this technology but should take offense at the idea of it in the first place. While we can all agree that driverless cars will make driving safer, more efficient and less stressful for most people, there are some who prefer or need to drive themselves. Driverless car technology has a long way to go before it becomes standard in new vehicles and adopted by most drivers, so you have time to decide if you’re ready to ride shotgun or if you’re going to push back against this advancement in automotive technology.