Is a Future Without Car Accidents Finally On the Horizon?

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Car accidents are a major concern and should not be taken lightly. It is estimated that about 3,287 people die everyday due to a car crash, which is heartbreaking to think about. The idea of finding a way to eliminate this problem is definitely something to consider, but it might be a good idea to understand how a change like this can affect society.

Can This Change Really Happen?

Yes, this change is possible with the introduction of driverless cars. It is estimated that there will be a 90 percent drop in automobile-related accidents once the switch to driverless cars is complete.

This is not to say that there will not be any issues or glitches to deal with, but these estimates are definitely too good to pass on. The amount of lives that might be saved for making this switch is something that many city officials and people are considering.

Are People Ready to Trust This Change?

Change is not always welcomed, especially when people are used to a certain way of living. There is always going to be a group that resists change. There was probably a group of people who thought it was wrong to board a commercial aircraft at some point, and the same thing is happening with driverless vehicles. Some people are concerned about the safety that driverless cars is supposed to offer people.

Some fear the possibility of technical failures that could result in major accidents. It seems that the idea of giving up the power to control a car also makes people feel less in control. Some are also afraid of hackers. They believe a foreign entity might take control of their vehicles. In short, this is a change that some people are not going to embrace easily, but many see that the benefits far outway the costs. Some of the youngest generations are open to the idea and cannot wait for the change.

What is Driving This Change?

There are many factors pushing the driverless revolution forward. Of course, the most obvious deals with the amount of people that could be saved by simply making the switch, but there are other factors such the economic gains that some companies can expect.

One example is in the towing industry. No longer will towing companies have to worry about drivers. The driver-less truck will probably connect to a sophisticated towing software, which will allow for easier management and tows. This can cut costs down and could also help drop prices, which should benefit everyone. Many cities and governmental departments are also seeing this change as an opportunity to save money. Car accidents can cost American citizens and society around $871 billion combined.

Are There Any Obstacles Getting in the Way?

There are many obstacles, including the fact that some people do not trust the driver-less initiative just yet, but there are others. For one, many industries stand to lose money should this change occur and are likely doing what they can to prevent the switch. Insurance companies, highway patrol personnel, and even lawyers make a living off of accidents, which could present a problem.

The economic impact could be severe since all of these people are going to suffer some economic turmoil. Of course, it would be nice to say that this was somehow avoidable, but it is not. Knowing that there are a few people who will suffer is probably not going to stop progress, but it is good to know who might be affected so that you know what industries might not have your best interest at heart if you support this change.

No one is saying that this step is not going to change major aspects of society. You might be seeing some of the last few generations of people who are going to know how to drive a car. People may stop worrying about owning a car when all they have to do is use a driver-less car as a taxi, which is likely going to be a lot cheaper. Still, all of these changes are worth it if they mean that thousands of people are going to live since there will be no more car accidents.

 

by: Sia HasanĀ 

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