The Daily Ready or Not, Driverless Cars Are Here
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Aug 23, 2023 
Cade Metz, a technology correspondent for The New York Times, explores the reality of driverless cars in San Francisco. He dives into the exhilarating experience of riding in these self-driving vehicles, showcasing their cautious navigation and unique voice interactions. Metz also addresses safety concerns, public skepticism, and regulatory debates surrounding this technology. With local officials worried about the implications of round-the-clock autonomous services, he highlights the critical balance between innovation and community impact.
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Waymo Test Ride
- Cade Metz rode in a Waymo driverless car in San Francisco.
- The ride was slow and cautious, but also novel, like a Disney World ride.
Origins of Driverless Cars
- Driverless car development began in the 1960s, initially for military use.
- Google co-founders, intrigued by a DARPA contest, hired Sebastian Thrun to lead their driverless car project.
The Hype Cycle
- Google's driverless car project, revealed in 2010, sparked a tech arms race.
- Overly optimistic predictions fueled hype about widespread driverless car adoption.