Should the government regulate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles?

Yes, they should developed with time and secure that they are fully safe to be on roads.

There needs to be some form of validation of its safety before mass deployment as well as a system of accountability for accidents.

No, but companies should be held accountable if their vehicles malfunction and compromise the safety of their passengers and the road

There should be high standards for their 3d space recognition software as well as encryption and hack prevention
LEAD BY EXAMPLE will always make it better for everyone else while also leading the market for being the first to actually go through with it

They should ensure that they are safe but they should not overstep their power by forcing everyone to have electric cars or crazy expensive alternative fuel cars.

i think that vehicles that can be driven with a computer are not safe and unpredictable therefore not only do i think there should be regulations i think they should be strict.

I don't think combining human-run vehicles with autonomous vehicles, on the same roads, is either safe nor ethical.

Yes, but we do not want to hinder innovation too much.

While government regulation is not recommended when working with companies developing autonomous vehicles. There needs to be a mandated baseline for all vehicles so companies cannot monopolize the market, take shortcuts to meet their bottom line and to ensure the safety of people on the road with said vehicles.

The government should only impose regulations to prevent large corporations from engaging in unfair practices.

Why is it even a thing? It's already proven to be too dangerous. Until the technology improves, they should be removed from the market.

The government should regulate the deployment to prevent civilians using autonomous vehicles to get to areas without having to drive or operate a vehicle, potentially lowering fatal crashes due to things like paying attention to your phone instead of the road.

Only by setting clear, standardized criteria—defining what capabilities are required for each autonomy level (e.g., Level 2, Level 3)—to ensure consistency and public understanding.

No; I don't trust the government to be fast, efficient, or competent enough at making policies regarding autonomous vehicles for it to govern them.

No, not federally, at least. The states should ensure safety standards while companies have the responsibility to keep the technology from going haywire.

Yes, our roads are funded by the government so it should make sure that they are safe for the public.

The car should be approved by the government or car companies or whoever is in charge to do all that.

Yes, any modern technology that is new to society should be watched closely in order to find and faults in the technology and improve it.

Yes and we shouldn't see an auto drive vehicle till they can be proven beyond reasonable doubt that they are safe

I think the self-driving cars should be regulated by the government, but with the goal of providing the cars to those who will benefit from them, such as people with disabilities who may not be able to drive themselves. But I don't think the cars should be deployed to the general public by the government

I believe that 'car collecting' and other such things need to be stopped with regulation. I think more than 2, maybe 3, cars per household is an absurd amount to have. Vehicles should be used for travel and function, not as collectibles. However, I also think that anyone who wants to have a car should not be forbidden from it as long as they have a valid license.

Yes, registered owners should assume all legal liability in the event that their autonomous vehicle is at fault in a collision.

we should not develop autonomous vehicles at all, they are highly dangerous and would be irrelevant with better public infrastructure

No, because a lot can go bad with self-driving cars just as much or probably more than people driving on their own.

No, for the sake of freedom, capitalism, weak government, checks and balances, and federalism, leave it up to private companies.

The government should make sure autonomous vehicles adhere to high safety standards, but the government should not aid in the coding process of autonomous vehicles.

No, the development of autonomous vehicles should not be regulated but the deployment of these vehicles should only be after extensive safety tests

We should not have autonomous vehicles in the first place - our city roads are congested enough already.

Yes, government regulation is crucial for the safe and responsible development and deployment of autonomous vehicles, addressing safety, liability, and public acceptance, while also fostering innovation and ensuring a consistent regulatory framework across states.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Why Regulation is Necessary:
Safety:
Autonomous vehicles (AVs) are complex systems, and ensuring their safe operation is paramount. Regulations can establish safety standards for AV technology, testing procedures, and operational conditions.
Liability:
Determining who is liable in the event…  Read more of an accident involving an AV is a complex issue. Regulations can clarify liability, whether it falls on the manufacturer, the owner, or the AV itself.
Public Acceptance:
Public trust and acceptance of AVs are crucial for their widespread adoption. Regulations can demonstrate a commitment to safety and accountability, building confidence in the technology.
Innovation:
While regulation can seem restrictive, a clear and consistent regulatory framework can actually foster innovation by providing certainty for developers and investors.
Consistency:
The current patchwork of state regulations creates confusion and uncertainty for AV manufacturers. A federal framework can ensure a more consistent and efficient approach to AV development and deployment.
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy:
AVs are highly connected and rely on complex software and data. Regulations can address cybersecurity risks, data privacy concerns, and the potential for hacking or misuse.
Ethical Considerations:
Regulations can address ethical considerations, such as how AVs should make decisions in difficult situations, and ensure that the technology is used responsibly and equitably.
Examples of Regulatory Needs:
Safety Performance Standards:
Regulations could require AVs to meet specific safety performance standards, such as the ability to avoid collisions in various scenarios.
Testing and Certification:
Clear procedures for testing and cer

I dont think it is bad if we have self driving cars but it cant be the only ones because then something could happen.

States should be allowed to regulate the deployment, but not the development of autonomous vehicles.

Depends on who our government is. Under the current Elon Musk rule, it is too biased to fairly answer.

This Question doesn't really apply to me, but a beilive all cars should be tested to make sure they are safe for human use.

Yes, because the government is community and so long as those autonomous vehicles are owned by private individuals, because they will be used on public roads built by the community, which is the government, then yes, the people/community/government should have a say so over what can and cannot be on those roads. Using a humanist ideology.

I see that it could benefit some people maybe elders but mainly I’m against self driving cars. If there was a malfunction that caused an accident then there world be no one to take responsibility

autonomous vehicles should not be allowed, it makes the driver unreliable, even with standards people always try to by pass.

Yes, but only until these vehicles can be trusted to not randomly stop in traffic, or trusted to stop when pedestrians or animals cross their paths.

No, we should leave that to the humans, we should use the roundabouts even though people hate them. We don’t need cameras at every intersection, they wouldn’t have an excuse. It saves time, money, and is more safe. Win win win

I think local jurisdictions have the right to regulate how these vehicles are used in their areas. Regular oversight of safety standards for any vehicle should be enough regulation at the govt level.

No, but there needs to be oversight as to whether they are safe and working properly for everyones safety.

Someone brought up the idea of picking one thing or the other. Would you rather have a person on their phone while driving their car or would you rather have an autonomous vehicle drive around.

Yes because AI could drive a truck for example and that needs to be regulated especially to prevent car wrecks or any other issues that are not aided by humans.

Yes, and they should not be on the roads until more work has been done to guarantee the safety of these vehicles.

No, stop the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles and expand and fund various forms of public transportation, including high-speed rail, instead

Yes, but only in the case of maintaining safety for the people and infrastructure that the vehicles interact with.

No, and we should ban the sale, development, and deployment of autonomous (self driving) vehicles, because it would cause more traffic problems, accidents, and catastrophe.

Yes, it should be regulated until the technology cannot have errors, cannot be hacked, and is improved

I mean they can, its the drivers fault if they don't pay attention to where their vehicle is driving to.

No, the current technology that exists is filled with bugs already. Every Tesla car has been recalled. The software necessary does not exist yet and technology can be more stupid than people sometimes— it just takes one processing error for the whole system to crash.

Yes, fund and expand various forms of public transportation, including high-speed rail, as opposed to developing and deploying autonomous vehicles

No, because it is HIGHLY dangerous for a person to rely on a piece of technology on the road. We are not that advanced and can still have technology failures, malfunctions, etc. For example, if you're stuck in traffic and come close to a car accident or get in a car accident, you are 100% relying on that vehicle and can risk losing not only your life but the other drivers as well.

I'd think it's important to set a limit of the amount of money being spent to make a car should be met, but it should be allowed to go over the limit if it's to advance the vehicles for better protection for the driver and passengers only

No, they should ban 100% autonomous vehicles as long as there are human-controlled vehicles on the road

Yes, to ensure safety and compliance meets public standards, but not stifle or affect innovation or progress

Only if the dept head is of Trump/Musk thinking. Do NOT let this up for governments to decide in the future.

Yes, and fund and expand various forms of public transportation, including high-speed rail, as opposed to developing and deploying autonomous vehicles

No, this should be in the hands of private corporations to develop freely - however there should be strict guidelines and requirements relating to autonomous vehicles and testing before they are authorized on public roads

Yes, for safety reasons, but should ultimately put their focus on public transportation infrastructure

Yes, but only once it reaches a national level and affects a normalized portion of society as a whole.

All new vehicles should be required to have an ID transponder to facilitate growth in the autonomous industry.

They should invest some time and money into it, but if people want to drive their own selves they should be able to, (unless we reach a point where there are little to no accidents with autonomus vehicles, then I would say we all should be required to use that instead- and IF it does get to that point, I would NOT support it only if whoever was in charge of it drove up the prices a lot, knowing that it was everyone's only option to get around).

Yes but not to the point to where they control it. They should just work closely with the maker of the vehicles

Cars should not be autonomous. a driver is behind the wheel and if the driver is not following the law, they should be prosecuted

At this point in time, no, but some standards need to be made, but this is not a question for a local or single country government as car manufacturers are global producers.

I think that we should develop and deploy the vehicle a little at a set amount of time and it if works out with no issues then we can start to regulate it.

The government should not interfere with the innovation of the private sector. However, companies that are found criminally liable for autonomous vehicle malfunctions, resulting in injury or death, should face strict legal repercussions.

No, but there should be a safety standard applied to all vehicles on the road these companies should achieve before deployment

The ai could mess up and make unsafe environments, some need human drivers, unless its a really well programmed ai, autonomous vehicles should be put on hold

Yes, but only in the sense that the systems must pass standardized testing (like crash testing) with transparent reporting and requirements met before systems are used on the roads.

yes and no. No because it causes people to get into crashes more and yes because it could be better for the economy.

Yes, but only to make sure that they are safe and don't have any backdoor access by the company of production

Yes, however it should not hinder the testing and development, just monitor and regulate for safety of other road users

Neutral, as although they can help many people who struggle with driving, it can be dangerous for multiple robots to control cars. This is because they can make mistakes too and not even realize it, causing a car to possibly crash.

autonomous vehicles should be used only to assist the driver not to completly take the driver out of the equation

I would say yes so they are as secure as possible so they can't be hacked because that's a worry for me. The autonomous vehicles being hacked would be absolutly mental.

Yes, If autonomous vehicles are being used then the providers should be fully insured in order to protect the user.

They should regulate both in the sense that they should make sure the public welfare and safety are maintained and the technology is implemented in the best interest of the public. They should not control how the technology is implemented.

No, but there should be certain standards that are met to ensure safety before they are deployed for public use

Yes, but not excessive regulation. Innovation should still flourish; autonomous vehicles are exceedingly safer than traditional vehicles.

Replacing every vehicle on the road with autonomous and sustainable cars will be more expensive than supplying public options for transport that will work for more people more efficiently and effectively.

The government should not regulate the development but should regulate the use of it as a public safety matter.

No, I don't believe the technology is there just yet to be comfortable with mass implementation, however it would definitely be a thing to look out for after more testing has been done.

No, this should not be government regulated but rather done by corporations who own the business/individuals who purchase the vehicles.

The government should implement required safety standards, but not restrictions on who produces them or how many can be produced.

Autonomous vehicles will never exist in society, as the world is to unpredictable and human for a dumb robot to somehow calculate all instances of events that can occur.

I just don't think technology is reiable all the time so I wouldn't trust it to drive me around and risk my life

I think these can help the environment, but the price to make them and that they're sold for makes it pretty hard for normal people to access them.

Yes, at first, until basic safety standards practices and protocols are well established by industry, consumers, and regulators, by society.

I don't think it'd be wise to have autonomous vehicles in the first place. It'd be dangerous to have AI do *everything*.