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I wonder how a ubiquitous self-driving car "cloud" will affect motorcycles. I don't think I speak only for myself when I say that I don't just ride my motorcycl
by pandler 11y ago
I wonder how a ubiquitous self-driving car "cloud" will affect motorcycles. I don't think I speak only for myself when I say that I don't just ride my motorcycle to get from point a to point b; rather I choose to ride it for the thrill of riding a motorcycle. I don't imagine you can completely remove the human element from transportation without killing the thing that makes motorcycles most enjoyable.
- rejschaap 11y agoTake the motorcycle to the race track. Better yet, just leave it there and use a driver-less car to visit the race track. Autonomous driving is about minimizing cost and maximizing safety. Not maximizing motorcyclist happiness.
- vinbreau 11y agoI don't think autonomous driving will kill recreational driving. Enthusiasts will still buy motorcycles and drive the open road. I'm not a rider, but have many friends who do and I understand the appeal. Those types are not going to give up that lifestyle. The industry around recreational driving may shrink a little, but will still be there to provide vehicles for those who want them.
- TulliusCicero 11y agoThey will continue to drive recreationally until manually driven vehicles are banned.
- tomjen3 11y agoHopefully not. I get the appeal but that is no reason to risk murdering other people. If you want to experience the thrill of adrenaline then jump out over a cliff or out of an (autonomous) airplane, don't risk other peoples life.
- eosrei 11y agoRecreational driving will continue, but become more expensive. Car insurance companies aren't going away. Less drivers = higher premiums.