The Current State of Autonomous Vehicle Technology

Self-driving cars are no longer a futuristic fantasy. While fully autonomous vehicles capable of navigating any situation without human intervention are still a few years away, significant progress has been made. Companies like Tesla, Waymo, and Cruise are actively testing and deploying vehicles with varying levels of autonomy. These advancements range from sophisticated driver-assistance systems like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, to more advanced systems capable of handling highway driving and navigating complex urban environments under specific conditions. The technology relies heavily on a combination of sensors (LiDAR, radar, cameras), powerful onboard