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> Why then is Tesla specifically being focused on? Because before Tesla launched the feature, "Autopilot" was known in the general consciousness to mean a spec
by mike_d 4y ago
> Why then is Tesla specifically being focused on?
Because before Tesla launched the feature, "Autopilot" was known in the general consciousness to mean a specific thing. Autopilot is the thing on planes that lets the pilot do other tasks (like navigational routing).
Other car manufactures are smart enough to not brand their cruise control as "Self Driving" or the like.
If I sold a brand of drain cleaner under the name "Laundry Detergent" that would rightly result in some consumer protection investigations.
- zionic 4y ago>Because before Tesla launched the feature, "Autopilot" was known in the general consciousness to mean a specific thing Not that I agree with your statement, but the "general consciousness" would be wrong in that case. Autopilot in most aircraft will gladly fly you into the side of a mountain or other aircraft.
- lolc 4y agoThe environment matters. An aircraft autopilot will allow the pilot to safely disengage while in controlled airspace. A Tesla "Autopilot" will not let the driver disengage in any situation.
- zionic 4y ago>A Tesla "Autopilot" will not let the driver disengage in any situation. Um, what? A driver can override Tesla autopilot at any time.
- lolc 4y agoClearly, it must be possible to disengage the Tesla "Autopilot" at any time. Because it can fuck up any second. I was talking about freeing the pilot from maintaining situational awareness. This is not supported for drivers of Tesla vehicles; the term "autopilot" is misleading in that context.