World in 10 Terrorists could use driverless cars to commit attacks
Jul 1, 2025
William Allchorn, an extremism specialist at Anglia Ruskin University, discusses the alarming potential for terrorists to exploit autonomous vehicles for devastating attacks. He highlights how AI-driven technologies, such as drones and driverless cars, could be weaponized by extremist groups. Allchorn emphasizes the urgent need for regulations and collaboration between manufacturers and law enforcement to prevent misuse. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape of security threats and the challenges facing authorities in countering these risks.
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AI-Driven Vehicle Attack Threat
- The UN warns fleets of AI-driven vehicles could be hijacked by extremists for attacks.
- Vehicle ramming attacks using electric cars and drones highlight evolving tech threats.
Sophisticated Coordinated Attacks
- Terrorists may use swarms of autonomous cars or weaponized drones for coordinated attacks.
- Facial recognition and pattern technologies could enable targeting of specific groups.
Extremist Tech Use Examples
- Violent non-state actors like ISIS and al-Shabaab have employed drone warfare in Africa.
- Far-right groups 3D-print firearms to evade detection and facilitate attacks.