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While the possible changes to regulations seem favorable for Tesla, they pose challenging questions surrounding accountability: Who bears responsibility when autonomous vehicles malfunction, resulting in accidents and injuries? Will this shift in policy undermine efforts to enhance public safety on the roads?
The Conundrum of Data Collection
The argument to eliminate crash reporting requirements frames excessive data collection as burdensome. However, the reality is that maintaining transparency in crash data is vital for understanding the safety of self-driving technology. Eliminating these safety measures to protect corporate interests could lead to disastrous consequences for public safety.