Over 70% of drivers would get ‘jitters’ in a car that drives itself, says IAM RoadSmart

The IAM RoadSmart survey found just over 70% of drivers would feel ‘unsafe’ or ‘very unsafe’ with only 4% feeling ‘very safe’

The IAM RoadSmart survey found just over 70% of drivers would feel ‘unsafe’ or ‘very unsafe’ with only 4% feeling ‘very safe’

Over 70% of drivers say they would not feel safe travelling in an autonomous vehicle, according to a survey by IAM RoadSmart.

The road safety charity asked more than 1,600 visitors to its website if they would feel ‘confident and safe travelling in a fully self-driving vehicle, where there is no driver input.’ Just over 70% would feel ‘unsafe’ or ‘very unsafe’ with only 4% feeling ‘very safe.’

In addition, three-quarters (75%) expressed some level...

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