Google is creating a “Smart” Car that can basically drive itself. The purpose for this car is to lower the rate of deaths from traffic accidents. ( over 1.2 million every year). It is scientifically proven that 94% of accidents involve human error. Having this car will help the visually impaired and people aging from having to give up their license. The sensors on the car are supposed to be able to see football fields away in all directions including cyclists, pedestrians and even something as small as a plastic bag. The car lets you drive regardless of your ability to drive. The car is made for riding not driving, the car does it for you and makes it as safe as possible to drive around and get places safely.
The company started by adding components to existing cars like the Lexus SUV then began designing a new prototype from the ground up to better explore what should go into a fully self-driving vehicle. They started off designing the blueprint for the car then they removed the steering wheel and pedals, and instead designed a prototype that lets the software and sensors handle the driving.The car processes both map and sensor information to determine where it is in the world. The car knows what street it’s on and which lane it’s in.
It’s a pretty cool invention, cannot wait to see how it does on the roads.