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The pros and cons of driverless cars

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  As car technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, driverless cars , also known as autonomous vehicles (AVs) , have emerged as a prominent symbol of vehicle innovation. As an emerging technology AVs are a recent addition to the mainstream society, but they continue to permeate into other sectors and industries which value automation and efficiency. AVs are not that different from conventional cars. What makes them different is a slew of advanced sensors, cameras, lidar radars coupled with advanced street mapping and artificial intelligence. This technology is set to completely revolutionize the way we commute. However, like any groundbreaking technology, driverless cars come with their own set of advantages and disadvantages. Below, we explore the pros and cons of this emerging technology. The pros and cons of driverless cars   Pros of Driverless Cars Increased Safety One of the most significant advantages of driverless cars and one that has been touted by elec...

Top 6 causes of car accidents

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  The unfortunate truth is that   car accidents   happen and they can lead to injuries, fatalities, legal ramifications and significant financial losses. Car accidents can pose significant burdens on everyone involved, as well as on insurance companies and the legal system. Understanding the primary causes or   car accidents   can help in developing strategies to prevent them.   car accidents     Here are the top 6 causes of car accidents:   Distracted Driving: Distracted driving is generally defined by any activity that diverts the driver’s attention away from the road. Most common causes of distracted driving related accidents are texting, talking on the phone, using in car technologies and eating. According to the   National Highway Traffic Safety Administration   (NHTSA)   distracted driving accounted for 13% of all car accidents in 2021 resulting in over 800,000 accidents.   This cause is so prominent because when dri...