From Futurism · Frank Landymore · · 50s
DIY Self-Driving Mods Alarm Experts
People install open source self-driving software on cars, sparking safety concerns.
In brief
People install open source self-driving software on cars, sparking safety concerns. DIY self-driving mods using open source systems like Comma AI's Openpilot cause crashes and safety risks. Originally reported by Futurism.
Open Source Self-Driving Systems
Comma AI's open source software lets tech-savvy users retrofit cars with autonomous driving tech.
Mike LaBarbera's Video
Mike LaBarbera posted a video of his tesla model y driving using comma four.
“My fsd subscription ended last january, and this isn't tesla autopilot”
Sunnypilot Fork
Sunnypilot is an openpilot fork running on la barbera's tesla.
Safety Concerns
Experts warn diy self-driving mods could cause accidents on public roads.
“i do not think we should be letting people run any software they want on their self-driving car”
Regulatory Action
Nhtsa investigates comma ai after five crashes involving openpilot cars.
What Happens Next
DIY self-driving mods may become common without major safety improvements.
The one thing
DIY self-driving mods using open source systems like Comma AI's Openpilot cause crashes and safety risks.
