US Edition
14 interesting facts about self-driving cars
UNITED STATES, JUL 18 – A 2023 study found autonomous vehicles had 65% fewer collisions than human drivers, though challenges and nearly 400 crashes in 2021 highlight ongoing safety concerns.
- General Motors first showcased the concept of autonomous vehicles at an exhibit in 1939, with the technology becoming functional by 1958.
- This background led to testing by companies like Google, whose autonomous vehicles drove over 300,000 miles by 2012 and 20 million by 2020.
- Despite advances, reports show nearly 400 crashes involving partially automated systems occurred in 2021, and Tesla's autopilot was linked to 58 deaths by May 2025.
- A 2020 California study found 64.2% of autonomous vehicle accidents were rear-end collisions, compared to 28.3% for conventional cars, while a late-2023 study showed driverless cars had 65% fewer collisions overall.
- These events suggest autonomous vehicles may reduce accidents by eliminating human error but still face safety challenges requiring further development and regulation.
Insights by Ground AI
Does this summary seem wrong?
39 Articles
39 Articles
14 interesting facts about self-driving cars | News Channel 3-12
Brian Gallegos // Shutterstock 14 interesting facts about self-driving cars While they may seem like something out of a sci-fi movie, driverless cars are quickly becoming part of the new normal. Here, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. shares 14 interesting facts about self-driving cars. 1. The Idea of Driverless Cars Dates Back to the 1930s The original idea of driverless cars was introduced by General Motors in a 1939 exhibit and made a reality …
Coverage Details
Total News Sources39
Leaning Left1Leaning Right1Center32Last UpdatedBias Distribution94% Center
Bias Distribution
- 94% of the sources are Center
94% Center
C 94%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
