Even with these problems, people accept the dangers of cars every day. I'm sure most accidents are caused not by cars but by people, and the issues you point ou

Even with these problems, people accept the dangers of cars every day. I'm sure most accidents are caused not by cars but by people, and the issues you point out are notable for their rarity. That's why they make big news. Similar to how flying feels less safe than it is because a plane crash makes the news. My point is, it can work, and the auto industry is a trivial example.