With the exception of Gen Y, all other generational groups are becoming more skeptical of self-driving technology, which poses a new challenge to car manufacturers and technology developers, according to the J.D. Power 2017 U.S. Tech Choice Study.
When asked what they believe to be the greatest benefit of active safety features for senior drivers, nearly half (41 percent) of the survey respondents cited improved safety of elderly drivers, maintaining their independence (19 percent) and reducing societal costs from accidents (13 percent).
These groups also said the administration’s autonomous vehicle “guidance,” which is expected next week, should not be issued.
“The benefits to this sort of technology are huge, with estimates that the overall U.K. economic benefit could be as much as £51 billion (approximately $70.96 billion) a year due to fewer accidents, improved productivity and increased trade,” said Philippa Oldham, head of transport at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and lead author of the report.
