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Ghost Road: Beyond the Driverless Car

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The driverless car is coming. It's not a question of if, but when. And when it arrives, it will have a profound impact on our lives.

Ghost Road: Beyond the Driverless Car

by Anthony M. Townsend

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	336 pages

In Ghost Road, author Anthony M. Townsend explores the future of transportation, asking questions about the ethical, social, and economic implications of driverless cars.

The Ethics of Driverless Cars

One of the biggest concerns about driverless cars is their potential impact on human life. What happens if a driverless car gets into an accident? Who is liable? And what are the ethical implications of programming a car to make life-or-death decisions?

Townsend argues that we need to have a serious conversation about the ethics of driverless cars before they become a reality. We need to decide what values we want to program into these cars, and we need to make sure that they are designed to protect human life.

The Social Impact of Driverless Cars

Driverless cars will also have a major impact on our social lives. They could make it easier for us to get around, which could lead to more social interaction. But they could also lead to more isolation, as people spend less time interacting with other people while they are driving.

Townsend explores the potential social impacts of driverless cars, and he argues that we need to be prepared for both the positive and negative consequences.

The Economic Impact of Driverless Cars

Driverless cars will also have a significant impact on the economy. They could lead to job losses in the transportation sector, but they could also create new jobs in other industries. Townsend examines the potential economic impacts of driverless cars, and he argues that we need to be prepared for both the challenges and the opportunities that they will bring.

Ghost Road is a thought-provoking and timely book that explores the future of transportation. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the ethical, social, and economic implications of driverless cars.

Ghost Road: Beyond the Driverless Car