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AI in Automotive Podcast
AI in Automotive - #406 - Alex Roy, Founder - Johnson & Roy Advisors, Autonocast, The Drive, Human Driving Association
Dec 21, 2023
Alex Roy, founder of Johnson & Roy Advisors and host of the Autonocast podcast, joins to discuss the recent troubles faced by Cruise, including a fatal accident and key executive departures. They unpack the various aspects of the incident, emphasize the importance of company reactions, and explore challenges in the autonomous vehicle industry. They also discuss the lack of imagination in the tech industry, the future of the automotive industry, and the risks of using metrics as a standard for success.
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- Transparency, ethical decision-making, and community engagement are crucial in the autonomous driving industry.
- The future of autonomous driving is shaped by competing theses focused on different deployment strategies.
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Cruise's Troubles and the Importance of Human and Cultural Factors in Autonomous Driving
Cruise, once considered a leader in autonomous driving, faced major challenges after a pedestrian was struck by one of their vehicles in San Francisco. The incident revealed issues with transparency and communication, causing a significant blow to Cruise's reputation. The company's CEO and other key executives have resigned, and layoffs have been announced. However, despite the setbacks, there is hope for Cruise's survival, as the parent company GM is committed to the development of autonomous driving. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining transparency, ethical decision-making, and community engagement in the autonomous driving industry.
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