{"id":36825,"date":"2022-03-09T06:56:23","date_gmt":"2022-03-09T06:56:23","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=36825"},"modified":"2022-03-10T05:17:09","modified_gmt":"2022-03-10T05:17:09","slug":"self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-Driving Cars: A Comprehensive Guide\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Self-driving cars are always in the news for their potential &#8230; and the problems they may cause! What makes self-driving cars exciting? Driver error, the critical reason for accidents, can be avoided by introducing driverless cars. So, the number of accidents may come down, and you\u2019ll have safer roads to drive.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37090\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Autonomous-Driverless-Car.jpg\" alt=\"Autonomous Driverless Car\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Autonomous-Driverless-Car.jpg 1000w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Autonomous-Driverless-Car-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Autonomous-Driverless-Car-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Autonomous-Driverless-Car-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Companies like Tesla and Volkswagen have started testing driverless cars in the country. It is fair to expect that nearly one-third of cars on the road won\u2019t have a driver by 2035. But, self-driving cars also possess some challenges regarding safety and risk. Another big concern for you will be how to insure driverless cars.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, what is a self-driving car? What are the <\/span><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/impact-of-self-driving-cars-on-insurance\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">impacts of driverless cars on insurance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">? Continue reading to know in detail about self-driving car insurance via our blog!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/#What_is_a_self-driving_car\" >What is a self-driving car?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/#How_do_self-driving_cars_work\" >How do self-driving cars work?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/#What_are_the_benefits_of_self-driving_cars\" >What are the benefits of self-driving cars?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Benefits_of_self-driving_car_insurance\" >Benefits of self-driving car insurance\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Which_is_the_best_self-driving_car\" >Which is the best self-driving car?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/#How_much_does_self-driving_car_insurance_cost\" >How much does self-driving car insurance cost?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/self-driving-car-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Is_insurance_essential_for_self-driving_cars\" >Is insurance essential for self-driving cars?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_self-driving_car\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is a self-driving car?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As the name suggests, self-driving cars can travel from one location to another without the assistance of a human driver. These cars use a combination of sensors and devices to determine their position on an active 3-D map. The map virtually guides these cars. There are five levels of vehicular autonomy according to SAE \u2013 Level One (Driver Assistance), Level Two (Partial Automation), Level Three (Conditional Automation), Level Four (High Automation), and Level Five (Full Automation). <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Self-driving cars primarily use a combination of sensor and image technologies &#8211; radar, lidar, and cameras.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/9.png\" alt=\"Get the best insurance quotes for self-driving cars\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_self-driving_cars_work\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How do self-driving cars work?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are three main factors by which driverless cars work \u2013 Map building, Path planning, and Obstacle avoidance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Map building<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A driverless car must create a map to understand its surroundings. Typically, the car uses lidar and camera technology to scan the surroundings. The car\u2019s computer then aggregates the sensor, GPS, and IMU inputs to build the map.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Path planning<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The car finds the safest and quickest routes to a destination by this. Along with navigation, a self-driving car must also look for static and mobile obstacles and movements like changing lanes and passing other vehicles. Path planning starts with a long-term plan, like the directions when entering an address into a map application. As the car moves, short-term plans are generated and continuously refined.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Obstacle avoidance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Avoiding static and moving obstacles, such as pedestrians, is integral to map creation and path planning. Driverless cars constantly draw maps of their surroundings, including all observable and predicted obstacles, and use machine learning to determine the identity of specific objects. The computer can predict their behavior from here. A self-driving car\u2019s computer can tell the difference between a motorcycle and a bicycle and decide how to avoid either.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because obstacles can be hidden and not detectable by a car\u2019s sensors, self-driving cars will be in continuous wireless communication. When one car encounters an obstacle, it will instantly alert the other cars, allowing them to adjust their paths.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37091\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Self-Driving-Car-1.jpg\" alt=\"Self Driving Car\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Self-Driving-Car-1.jpg 1000w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Self-Driving-Car-1-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Self-Driving-Car-1-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Self-Driving-Car-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_benefits_of_self-driving_cars\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">What are the benefits of self-driving cars?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Driverless cars could decrease accident numbers as there won\u2019t be human error.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Expect a reduction in carbon emissions since self-driving cars may run on electric or alternative energy.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Seniors and people with disabilities can travel comfortably.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These cars don\u2019t cause much congestion on roads. The cars are programmed to allow three to four car lengths in front of them, letting other cars change lanes and traffic to travel more smoothly on highways.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The self-parking option helps you avoid the hassle of finding parking while traveling.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Self-driving cars can be programmed to travel at the maximum permitted speed. This will save you from receiving a speeding ticket.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Speed limits can increase with advanced safety features, resulting in shorter travels.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">People who need to cover longer distances will no longer have to sacrifice hours of their day to focus on the road.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_self-driving_car_insurance\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Benefits of self-driving car insurance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These are the ways by which driverless cars affect the auto insurance industry.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reduced risks<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Self-driving cars can make the roads safer. We buy auto insurance policies to protect ourselves from risks. So, when a driverless car gets damaged in an accident, the auto insurance company takes up the financial liability for the vehicle to continue without financial hiccups.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fall in insurance rate policies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We are less susceptible to accidents caused by human error in most cases while using self-driving cars. The fear of financial risk is what urges car owners to purchase insurance. Purchasing an insurance policy will no longer seem essential once this feeling has diminished. Reduced demand for car insurance will result in lower policy prices. Insurers will work relentlessly to develop appealing products to remain competitive. Increased competition will also result in cheaper insurance products, putting auto insurers at a disadvantage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Repair costs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The car accident numbers may decrease as more vehicles come with crash avoidance features. These features require more expensive technology, which can increase the cost of repairs. But it isn\u2019t sure whether fewer crashes will lead to lower overall repair costs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_the_best_self-driving_car\"><\/span>Which is the best self-driving car?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/10-things-driving-a-tesla-says-about-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tesla<\/a>. Currently, it offers four cars with the autopilot feature &#8211; Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model S, Tesla Model X, and Tesla Model Y.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_self-driving_car_insurance_cost\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How much does self-driving car insurance cost?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The premium differs based on the model, trim level, location, and insurance coverage. Your driving record can also be a factor for some insurance companies. Tesla charges around $4352 as the average annual premium in the US.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_insurance_essential_for_self-driving_cars\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is insurance essential for self-driving cars?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Both yes and no. In theory, self-driving car passengers will not have to buy insurance because they are not the primary risk factor. Instead, driverless car manufacturers will require car insurance policies covering various risks. The risks include death, personal injury, technical failure, employee error\/ill-will, and cyber-attacks.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cheap-car-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Car-Insurance-thats-affordable-1.png\" alt=\"Find the cheapest insurance quotes for self-driving cars\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\"><em>Here\u2019s more info on\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>top-rated airport parking<\/em><\/a><em>,\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>the best parking spots in your city<\/em><\/a><em>, the most\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>affordable insurance<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0for your car, and\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>top-rated car washes near you<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Self-driving cars are always in the news for their potential &#8230; and the problems they may cause! What makes self-driving cars exciting? Driver error, the critical reason for accidents, can be avoided by introducing driverless cars. 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