As driverless car technology grows, so does the controversy surrounding autonomous motoring. Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) came out to say they are considering self-driving cars to qualify as drivers under federal law. The statement came shortly after Google, the star of the driverless car, complained about California’s proposed draft rules stating vehicles cannot be totally self-driving and must have seat belts, a steering wheel, and a human behind the wheel.
Google argues that giving drivers the option to take control of their self-driving car could be dangerous as it would allow for an override of the computer’s decision-making process. While the response from NHTSA isn’t a complete regulation rewrite, it is a significant step towards Google’s goal. The federal administration said they’re taking great care to “embrace” technology that enhances overall roadway safety, including self-driving computer systems, but needs manufacturers to certifying that an autonomous car can meet standards that could apply to a vehicle with a human driver.
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