Transportation Secretary Foxx: Car Hacking Is a Concern

The video discusses the challenges and considerations in the development of self-driving technology. It highlights the need for new guidelines, the issues with the current self-certification system, and the importance of safety from the start. Concerns about car hacking and the need for industry-wide collaboration on safety are also addressed.

What is a major issue with the current self-certification system in the automotive industry?

• It is too expensive for new entrants.

• It focuses only on electric vehicles.

• It allows automakers to certify their own compliance with standards.

• It requires too much government intervention.

Why is it important to consider safety at the beginning of self-driving car development?

• To increase the speed of technological advancement.

• To address potential unknowns and ensure safety standards are met.

• To ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

• To reduce production costs.

What is one of the unknowns associated with self-driving technology?

• The environmental benefits.

• The long-term safety implications.

• The potential for new market entrants.

• The exact cost of production.

What is a concern shared by both the government and the automotive industry regarding self-driving cars?

• The high cost of production.

• The potential for car hacking.

• The lack of consumer interest.

• The environmental impact of manufacturing.

What collaborative effort is suggested to improve safety in self-driving cars?

• Joint research on reducing costs.

• Industry-wide initiatives to enhance system safety.

• Government-led safety inspections.

• Public awareness campaigns.