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Top 10 classic cars + Millions of pro-drivers to be replaced by autonomous vehicles? - C C - Nov 8, 2017
Top 10 Must Have Classic Cars
http://www.exoticcarlist.com/blog/top-10-must-have-classic-cars/
EXCERPT: The world of classic motoring is a many-splendored thing. Sometimes labyrinthine, sometimes stereotyped as a bunch of crotchety old men, but always incredible. If you’re reading this, the chances are that you’re not going to be put off by the difficulty, but sometimes, everyone needs a guide. In this list, I’m going to show you 10 of the best classic cars around. Some you’ll know, some you won’t, but I urge you to check them all out....
MORE: http://www.exoticcarlist.com/blog/top-10-must-have-classic-cars/
Millions of Professional Drivers Will Be Replaced by Self-Driving Vehicles
https://www.nbcnews.com/business/autos/millions-professional-drivers-will-be-replaced-self-driving-vehicles-n817356
EXCERPT: [...] At a time when a booming economy has led to record freight shipments, the trucking industry is struggling with a severe shortfall of drivers. And long-haulers aren’t alone. Delivery services, cab companies, even ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are struggling to find the drivers they need to keep their freight and passengers moving. Ironically, this shortage could wind up turning into a glut in the not-too-distance future that will see a huge disruption in the American workforce.
[...] Ford has set a hard target of 2021 for rolling out its first completely autonomous vehicles. And General Motors hints it may try to leapfrog its cross-town competitor: CEO Mary Barra this week declared, “Our focus is on moving as quickly as possible and having a first-mover advantage."
MORE: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/autos/millions-professional-drivers-will-be-replaced-self-driving-vehicles-n817356
RE: Top 10 classic cars + Millions of pro-drivers to be replaced by autonomous vehicles? - Zinjanthropos - Nov 8, 2017
How would a future war be fought if everything from tanks to aircraft carriers are people-less?
RE: Top 10 classic cars + Millions of pro-drivers to be replaced by autonomous vehicles? - Syne - Nov 9, 2017
Just because the weapons are unmanned doesn't mean the targets will be.