Do they have to be self-driving? Because if you skip that requirement, e-bikes fit the bill. :) There are also electric velomobiles that are very pod like. http

Do they have to be self-driving? Because if you skip that requirement, e-bikes fit the bill. :) There are also electric velomobiles that are very pod like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CURGm-BcaaM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CURGm-BcaaM Main problem seem to be not protective enough hull so you risk being run over by texting drivers.