Could improving vehicle safety technology pave the way for self-driving cars?

AAA has survey motorists about self-driving cars over the last six years. While Americans are still hesitant about full automation, they are warming up to vehicles with more advanced technology. — dpa

Improving vehicle safety systems and technology could lead to motorists becoming more accepting of self-driving cars, according to AAA.

The associations annual automated vehicle survey found that while only 22% want manufacturers to focus on develop self-driving vehicles, 80% want current safety systems, such as automatic emergency braking and lane keeping assistance, to be improved. More than half of those surveyed, 58%, want those safety features in their next vehicle.