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Re:Scenarios in which Tesla FSD Beta 9.0 fails by tshaddox on Monday July 12, 2021 @12:57PM (#27812369)
No, it’s just unsafe (and presumably illegal in most places) to operate a motor vehicle without maintaining constant awareness of the road and control of the vehicle. There’s no additional training or license that permits you to stop maintaining that awareness and control, just like there’s no additional training that permits you to drive under the influence of alcohol.
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Re:Scenarios in which Tesla FSD Beta 9.0 fails by kemitche on Monday July 12, 2021 @01:04PM (#27812479)
The theoretical "additional license" would be in addition to maintaining awareness, not a substitution. So all the normal road awareness, plus being informed of likely FSD failure conditions, and anticipating them / being ready and capable to intercede.
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Re:Scenarios in which Tesla FSD Beta 9.0 fails by tshaddox on Monday July 12, 2021 @02:09PM (#27813249)
If you maintain control at all times, you shouldn’t need additional training for any of the car’s features. We don’t require additional training for cruise control, lane-keep assistance, anti-lock brakes, etc.
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Re:Scenarios in which Tesla FSD Beta 9.0 fails by throwaway0a5e on Monday July 12, 2021 @01:03PM (#27812471)
>There’s no additional training or license that permits you to stop maintaining that awareness and control

Being a cop on duty often exempts you from distracted driving laws.

I'm not sure how they can do stuff on a laptop while driving safely but I assume the state knows best. /s

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Re:Scenarios in which Tesla FSD Beta 9.0 fails by ectopod on Monday July 12, 2021 @02:50PM (#27813650)
I agree, but if you have to maintain constant control of the vehicle then it isn't self-driving.
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