

#317: How The Tesla Autopilot Cannonball Run Record Was Broken
Oct 22, 2024
Jay Roberts, a Cannonball Run record holder, discusses his unforgettable journey breaking the Autopilot record in just 43 hours using a Comma Three and a Toyota Prius. He simplifies complex driver-assistance technology for non-coders. The conversation explores the battle between automated and human-driven records, legal challenges faced on the road, and innovations in driver engagement systems. Jay reveals police reactions during his record-setting attempt, and they ponder the future of autonomous driving versus human skill, all wrapped in a thrilling narrative of speed and tech.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Chasing the Autopilot Record
04:57 • 8min
Driver Engagement in Autonomous Systems
12:48 • 18min
The Evolution of the Cannonball Run
30:23 • 5min
Navigating Legal Challenges in High-Speed Driving
35:48 • 2min
Cannonball Run: Culture and Technology
37:20 • 16min
The Reality of Driverless Technology and Future Ambitions
53:42 • 4min