SavageTC Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 It seems that the "future" is finally on our doorstep. The concept of a driverless cars chauffeuring people has been around for a very long time, Google, just one of several companies developing a real world product is getting very close to actually bringing something to market. 2017 close by their estimate. While this is probably a bit optimistic, by the end of this decade driverless cars on your local roads could be a reality. http://phys.org/news/2014-04-google-driverless-cars-mastering-city.html Ill keep the poll options simple, but interested in everyones thoughts discuss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classicboxer Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 They should be mandatory for everyone under 30 years old or over 65 years old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageTC Posted April 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 They should be mandatory for everyone under 30 years old or over 65 years old. That might be something to look at initially lol if these systems are going to work at their full potential, it will be inevitable that it will become mandatory on all cars. The promise was always that the traffic flow would be faster, with far less accidents congesting traffic. It might get to the point where you can only drive yourself on trackday type situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MGun Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 Sucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageTC Posted April 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 Sucks Lol It has some pretty sweet positives, but yeah, the idea that the days of enjoying a drive somewhere could be numbered sucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCCagerattler Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarWest® Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 **** that, I love to drive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NFL_FTW Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 My first thought was that this would be perfect for Jon Jones and then it was a poll option - lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCCagerattler Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 Driving is hard and most of you are no good at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageTC Posted April 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 I do like the idea of never having to worry about whether I've had one too many, or feeling tired behind the wheel. Potentially higher speed limits in non urban areas, but I'm sure that as soon as the technology becomes reliable enough it will become mandatory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POTUF Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 You know an Asian thought of this after his wife crashed his car for the 4th time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSinisterUrge Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 Skynet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice64011 Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 I really don't see them having it that reliable anytime soon. What happens when the system messes up at 80 mph? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageTC Posted April 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 I really don't see them having it that reliable anytime soon. What happens when the system messes up at 80 mph? From what I have seen the Google system uses a system of lasers radar and cameras as well as GPS. In addition the cars will all communicate with each other keeping track of upcoming road conditions, traffic and potential hazards. The first gen requires a person sit in the drivers seat at all times to take control in case of emergency, however with the amount of investment currently backing it, and the general explosion in both computer and material sciences, a fully automated system could be achieved. I obviously cant give a concrete number, but I don't think it would be outside of reason to say 20 years or so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POTUF Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NFL_FTW Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 ^ lololol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chons Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCCagerattler Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 We had a good thread about programming these cars to either run over someone or steer the car off the road. That was years ago and the media is only now starting t examine this issue - proving the human **** fighting is where the real intellectual break through are coming from. These cars now require you to program in the choices you want to make. Here is te question: if I tell that car to run someone over rather than drive me over a cliff, and that happens, how is that not premeditated murder? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chons Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 We had a good thread about programming these cars to either run over someone or steer the car off the road. That was years ago and the media is only now starting t examine this issue - proving the human **** fighting is where the real intellectual break through are coming from. These cars now require you to program in the choices you want to make. Here is te question: if I tell that car to run someone over rather than drive me over a cliff, and that happens, how is that not premeditated murder? Because of the definition of premeditated murder... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCCagerattler Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 Would not running someone over on purpose fit in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chons Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 Would not running someone over on purpose fit in there. Not in your context. Look up the definition, then look at your example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobercuban Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 **** that, I love to drive this I don't want to just be a passenger in a death trap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobercuban Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 now this is cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCCagerattler Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 this I don't want to just be a passenger in a death trap Something like 95% of the deaths in cars is due to driver error. Even if these things make the odd mistake I doubt they kill as many people as happens now. Like I said right off - most of you out there are lousy drivers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amunera Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 didn't we have this same discussion a couple of months ago? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCCagerattler Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 Yes. It is just now coming up again in the media. It is an ethical dilemma. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice64011 Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Driverless cars just took a big hit. http://www.forbes.com/sites/dalebuss/2016/06/30/tesla-announces-1st-fatality-of-driver-using-autopilot-t-boned-by-a-truck-trailer/#5ce0f9c2472f Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddievanhalen3 Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Wait a damn minute... Your telling me I can be drinking brewskis while my car drives for me!?!?!?! This is HUGE!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobercuban Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Wait a damn minute... Your telling me I can be drinking brewskis while my car drives for me!?!?!?! This is HUGE!!!! smh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddievanhalen3 Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 smhI'll bring an extra cold one for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobercuban Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 I'll bring an extra cold one for you I wish you weren't in California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcmax3000 Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 I support a future of driverless cars, because people are idiots, so taking them out of the equation is a positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cashfl0w Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 I would prefer a driver. I'd probably feel bad if I pulled somebody and proceeded to kick their ****, only to find out it was auto-piloted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubba_Sparks Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 I support a future of driverless cars, because people are idiots, so taking them out of the equation is a positive. This is the sort of thing sociopaths say. You're cold Mcmod, cold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageTC Posted July 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Unfortunately this was bound to happen eventually, and highlights the limitations of what is still a new emerging technology. With enough negative press this could definitely cause problems for the industry, but Id like to believe that as a global society, while some markets might initially be scared off, others will adopt it and it will continue to grow and become increasingly safer and more efficient to the point where it is undeniably the most logical choice. One thing I believe will be implemented in the near future which will ensure this is the internet of things, so when everything is communicating directly with the vehicle in conjunction with the current LiDAR etc. the accuracy of the systems will increase dramatically. Here is an interesting read on the social reaction to this crash http://www.news.com.au/technology/innovation/motoring/the-first-tesla-driverless-death-has-happened-another-one-could-stop-driverless-cars-in-their-tracks/news-story/0ccb24206dc934fbad29ffb8809f0739 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_H. Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 I like it. I trust a computer more than I trust an actual person behind the wheel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12er© Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 ive always wanted a car that could drunk drive itself frees up my hands so i can roll a joint and crack a bottle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddievanhalen3 Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 ive always wanted a car that could drunk drive itselfI knew you would be down.. let's get a 30 pack and get one of these cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12er© Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 **** yeah well throw a tv and a game console in the front as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddievanhalen3 Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 **** yeah well throw a tv and a game console in the front as well Hell yea I'm down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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