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Five challenges for self-driving cars

Experts weigh in on the roadblocks and research efforts

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DRIVERLESS FUTURE  Self-driving cars struggle when faced with variable environments or unpredictable situations. Cars that get maps, updates and other data from the cloud will also be vulnerable to hacking.

James Provost

By Laurel Hamers

- More than 2 years ago

Self-driving cars promise to transform roadways. There’d be fewer traffic accidents and jams, say proponents, and greater mobility for people who can’t operate a vehicle.