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Re:Waymo's collision avoidance testing by chime on Wednesday December 14, 2022 @02:37PM (#33988961)
> These augmented systems will probably reduce the risk of accidents so greatly that the value proposition for Level 5 driving systems just won't be there.

I've driven a lot for decades and frankly enjoy driving. I drove from TPA to SLC via PHX and back for fun. But I will pay $500/mo level-5 subscription for a comfortable car that drives itself.

Re:Waymo's collision avoidance testing by oangemangut on Wednesday December 14, 2022 @02:41PM (#33989034)
I'm trying to figure out how many hours a month are you in a vehicle where that makes sense for you?
Re:Waymo's collision avoidance testing by dpkirchner on Wednesday December 14, 2022 @03:09PM (#33989585)
$500 seems reasonable compared to loan payments, full insurance, and parking. The math may not make as much sense if you would otherwise own your car outright, though.
Re:Waymo's collision avoidance testing by HDThoreaun on Wednesday December 14, 2022 @02:49PM (#33989174)
Having level 5 available honestly opens up tons of options that were not available before. A 90 minute commute is so much more palatable when you can be sleeping. So are road-trips.
Re:Waymo's collision avoidance testing by smolder on Wednesday December 14, 2022 @06:09PM (#33992148)
I'm not sure making 90 minute commutes more palatable is going to be a good thing overall, unless we somehow incentivize reduced travel in other ways. Better distribution of amenities and logistical improvements, maybe... More distributed work environments, perhaps coworking spaces, but with a less-stupid business model.
Re:Waymo's collision avoidance testing by david_allison on Wednesday December 14, 2022 @03:06PM (#33989518)
That's $17/day. If it gives you an extra hour a day and eliminates driving-based stress then it seems very well priced. Especially if it includes the car