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UniversalPassLorence · 01-07-2008, 05:39 PM

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In an illustration provided by General Motors all-around collision warning using traditional sensing is shown. Automakers and parts suppliers are working on similar systems, and GM Chief Executive Rick Wagoner will devote part of a Tuesday speech at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to electronically controlled driverless cars. The plan is to use an inexpensive computer chip and an antenna to link vehicles equipped with radar-based cruise control, lane change warning devices, electronic stability control, satellite global positioning systems and digital maps. (AP Photo/General Motors, ho) (AP)

THE OUTLOOK: General Motors Corp. says that within the next 10 years it should be able to produce a car that drives itself. Other car companies and parts suppliers are working on similar systems.

HOW THEY MIGHT WORK: The plan is to use an inexpensive computer chip and an antenna to link vehicles equipped with radar-based cruise control, lane change warning devices, electronic stability control, satellite global positioning systems and digital maps.

POSSIBLE EFFECTS: Such a system could prevent crashes and reduce congestion. Government regulations, liability laws and privacy concerns would need to be addressed.

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UniversalPassLorence · 01-07-2008, 05:44 PM

Yo Adrian · 01-07-2008, 05:48 PM

Whoa, it'd prolly be cheaper to just hire a chaffeur

rowan · 01-07-2008, 06:40 PM

Geez, what will they think of next... aircraft that fly themselves?

sortie · 01-07-2008, 06:58 PM

Yeah, but if you fill up with ethanol your car will get a DWI for being over the alcohol limit.

L-Pink · 01-07-2008, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sortie

Yeah, but if you fill up with ethanol your car will get a DWI for being over the alcohol limit.

That was too clever to be funny.

Xrated J · 01-07-2008, 07:07 PM

i like drive too much to get that shit

tony286 · 01-07-2008, 07:10 PM

I was watching a show on this, since they are driven by computer. You have less accidents and more efficient use of highways. I would love it to get in the car, get my book out and say miami.

Socks · 01-07-2008, 07:13 PM

It would *really* be cool if they connected at the bumpers, forming a chain, and you could turn off your engine. Each car would have an electric motor as well, and they would share electricity and workload.

Spunky · 01-07-2008, 08:05 PM

Probably will cost so much,not too many people will be able to afford it

BV · 01-07-2008, 08:37 PM

They had that truck and the guys who made it on "American Chopper" not long ago.

Brad Mitchell · 01-07-2008, 10:13 PM

Yeah and in the 80s they said we'd be driving electric cars by now.

Brad

Nysus · 01-07-2008, 10:13 PM

Hm.. they'd have to have laws changed so you don't have to have 2 hands on the steering wheel at all times...

Jarmusch · 01-07-2008, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Socks

It would *really* be cool if they connected at the bumpers, forming a chain, and you could turn off your engine. Each car would have an electric motor as well, and they would share electricity and workload.

That would be a train.

qxm · 01-07-2008, 10:27 PM

soon to hit your local dealers....... "a 3 laws safe vehicle".......

ultimatebbwdotcom · 01-07-2008, 11:19 PM

Mercedes already did a working version of this.

kimzar · 01-08-2008, 12:30 AM

Wow! Scary

dav3 · 01-08-2008, 12:46 AM

What kind of truck is that? I can't quite see the logo.

Bojangles · 01-08-2008, 01:08 AM

That's going to be awesome. Doubt it will ever be allowed on the mark though. Then you won't be able to get ripped off from insurance companies.

UniversalPassLorence · 01-08-2008, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by dav3

What kind of truck is that? I can't quite see the logo.

I know you are joking, but here ....

TubeTitans_SusieQ · 01-08-2008, 10:50 AM

thats pretty interesting but i dont know how much i'd trust it

Dollarmansteve · 01-08-2008, 11:03 AM

it's called a "train" ...

01-08-2008, 11:06 AM

GM shoudl spend their money on cars that will actually make it to market and SELL...i have yet to see the new impala on the road in NY...

UniversalPassLorence · 01-08-2008, 11:07 AM

The plan is to use an inexpensive computer chip and an antenna to link vehicles equipped with radar-based cruise control, lane change warning devices, electronic stability control, satellite global positioning systems and digital maps.

I love it. Can't wait.

Dollarmansteve · 01-08-2008, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by LilBro

GM shoudl spend their money on cars that will actually make it to market and SELL...i have yet to see the new impala on the road in NY...

2008 AJAC awards (automotive journalists of Canada)

Best small car: Saturn Astra
Best pick-up: Chevrolet Silverado
Best CUV/SUV < $35k : Saturn Vue
Best CUV/SUV > $60k: Buick Enclave

2008 motor trend car of the year: Cadillac CTS

Car and Driver 2008 10 best: Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac CTS, Chevrolet Malibu

L-Pink · 01-08-2008, 11:21 AM

If you can't find buyers for your cars I guess they have to drive themselves.

dav3 · 01-08-2008, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by L-Pink

If you can't find buyers for your cars I guess they have to drive themselves.

oh shhhnap!

01-08-2008, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dollarmansteve

2008 AJAC awards (automotive journalists of Canada)

Best small car: Saturn Astra
Best pick-up: Chevrolet Silverado
Best CUV/SUV < $35k : Saturn Vue
Best CUV/SUV > $60k: Buick Enclave

2008 motor trend car of the year: Cadillac CTS

Car and Driver 2008 10 best: Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac CTS, Chevrolet Malibu

Yes, i know about the awards and i happen to like the CTS and Enclave. But i have yet to really see these cars on the road. I am back n forth in NY and NJ and have yet to see the all new Impala. There sales are declining rapidly and i think they would be better served spending money on everyday cars, would be a shame to see GM go down for good...

pr0 · 01-08-2008, 12:06 PM

this makes 0 sense....for I-95 (for example) to be retrofitted to allow such a thing....it would be just as cheap to turn it into a light rail system with constant stops (and private cars)....kinda like ummmm logans run

cars are not the future....with an ever expanding population, some form of mass transportation (not affected by traffic) is the future....period

01-08-2008, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pr0

this makes 0 sense....for I-95 (for example) to be retrofitted to allow such a thing....it would be just as cheap to turn it into a light rail system with constant stops (and private cars)....kinda like ummmm logans run

cars are not the future....with an ever expanding population, some form of mass transportation (not affected by traffic) is the future....period

i agree...

UniversalPassLorence · 01-08-2008, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Dollarmansteve

2008 AJAC awards (automotive journalists of Canada)

Best small car: Saturn Astra
Best pick-up: Chevrolet Silverado
Best CUV/SUV < $35k : Saturn Vue
Best CUV/SUV > $60k: Buick Enclave

2008 motor trend car of the year: Cadillac CTS

Car and Driver 2008 10 best: Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac CTS, Chevrolet Malibu

I am not sure about this. They may have greased some people for it

Trax · 01-08-2008, 02:36 PM

i love driving
why the fuck would i want to buy a car that takes away that fun from me?
not gonna happen

Violetta · 01-08-2008, 03:49 PM

about time... When Im 90, I wanna drive while I sleep

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UniversalPassLorence Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Califonia Posts: 3,721	GM to Build Driverless Cars by 2015 - pic http://media3.washingtonpost.com/wp-...8010700781.jpg In an illustration provided by General Motors all-around collision warning using traditional sensing is shown. Automakers and parts suppliers are working on similar systems, and GM Chief Executive Rick Wagoner will devote part of a Tuesday speech at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to electronically controlled driverless cars. The plan is to use an inexpensive computer chip and an antenna to link vehicles equipped with radar-based cruise control, lane change warning devices, electronic stability control, satellite global positioning systems and digital maps. (AP Photo/General Motors, ho) (AP) THE OUTLOOK: General Motors Corp. says that within the next 10 years it should be able to produce a car that drives itself. Other car companies and parts suppliers are working on similar systems. HOW THEY MIGHT WORK: The plan is to use an inexpensive computer chip and an antenna to link vehicles equipped with radar-based cruise control, lane change warning devices, electronic stability control, satellite global positioning systems and digital maps. POSSIBLE EFFECTS: Such a system could prevent crashes and reduce congestion. Government regulations, liability laws and privacy concerns would need to be addressed. Full Story __________________ $25.00 PPS for $1.00 Trial Making Webmasters Money Since 1997 ICQ: 305090349

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