Description:In this episode, I analyze the latest safety findings on autonomous vehicles, particularly Waymo's report that showcases the effectiveness of their driverless cars. I discuss critical insights from Dr. Jonathan Slotkin's analysis and highlight that Waymo has driven over 100 million miles in autonomous mode, reporting significant reductions in injuries compared to human drivers. I address the broader context of road safety, noting the annual toll of vehicle accidents in the U.S. and the complexities of relying solely on autonomous technology to mitigate these issues. I also examine the challenges of implementing self-driving cars in unpredictable driving conditions and emphasize the ethical considerations around public safety and data sharing in the evolving landscape of transportation. Ultimately, I call for a balanced view of the advancements in autonomous driving, advocating for a comprehensive approach to enhancing road safety that encompasses technology, infrastructure, and driver education.Support the Show:<a href="https://www.supportkilowatt.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.supportkilowatt.com</a>Other Podcasts:<ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthepostfm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond the Post YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.beyondthepost.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond the Post Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://shows.acast.com/shuffle-playlist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shuffle Playlist</a></li><li><a href="https://www.918digital.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">918Digital Website</a></li></ul>News Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.un.org/sites/un2.un.org/files/media_gstc/FACT_SHEET_Road_safety.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FACT SHEET: Road Safety – UN</a></li><li><a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/03/car-crashes-are-a-public-health-crisis-autonomous-cars-are-the-cure/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Car Crashes Are A Public Health Crisis. Autonomous Cars Are The Cure. – CleanTechnica</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/opinion/self-driving-cars.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New York Times - Opinion Piece - The Data on Self-Driving Cars Is Clear. We Have to Change Course</a></li></ul>*ART PROVIDED BY DALL-eSupport this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt">http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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