Automakers are also terrible at writing software. But I do think these safety features are important if implemented correctly. I think the crux of the issue is

Automakers are also terrible at writing software. But I do think these safety features are important if implemented correctly. I think the crux of the issue is: when someone _is_ paying attention, safety measures feel like they overreact and get in the way of subtle human reactions to things happening. If the driver is _not_ paying proper attention, then the safety systems are the only thing that react in time. I feel like this requirement is important, but requires better software, including lessening the impact of safety systems engaging when the drive has been actively steering/accelerating/braking during a period of time, making it obvious that they are indeed paying attention. But there are plenty of drivers who pay almost no attention at all, many people go into auto-mode when driving and aren't ashamed of it. I've almost been run over by drivers who have been directly looking at me before, then sudden braking when their eyes have stopped glazing over.