Is New Car Technology a Force for Good?
From cruise control to the promise of driverless vehicles, automotive technology has advanced at an astonishing rate in recent years. However, the increasing integration of data into our cars is raising concerns amongst some experts, who warn that manufacturers are demanding too much personal information. Ethical considerations surrounding car programming are also under scrutiny. In this edition of The Conversation Hour, Richelle Hunt and Nic Healey explore the latest trends driving this technological surge.
While fully autonomous vehicles remain illegal in Australia, experts believe they are only a few years away from becoming a reality.