# AI Model Struggles in Real-World Driving Test

> OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra barely completes a parking lot course while other models fail.
- Title: AI Model Struggles in Real-World Driving Test · Futurism
- Summary: OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra barely completes a parking lot course while other models fail. Frontier AI models need significant safety improvements before real-world…
- Keywords: openai, gpt-6, astra, self-driving, toyota, comma four, drivingbench, ai safety, science, technology, Model, Struggles
- Source: Futurism — https://futurism.com/advanced-transport/openai-astra-model-self-driving-car
- Author: Victor Tangermann
- Published: 2026-09-27T13:01:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: openai, gpt-6, astra, self-driving, toyota, comma four, drivingbench, ai safety, science, technology
## First Test Attempt
Three frontier AI models loaded into a Toyota Corolla tried to complete a parking lot course with no human input.
## Only One Model Succeeds
GPT-6 Astra completed the course in five minutes after two attempts, covering less than 500 feet.
## Most Models Fail Early
All other models failed to pass the first corner, struggling with lane perception and obstacles.

> The car is wider than the camera makes it look
## Safety Concerns Persist
Some models refused to drive due to safety concerns, even in empty lots with low speed limits.

> Some models would refuse to drive the physical car sometimes citing safety reasons
## Costly Computing Needed
The test cost $7.74 for 6.6 million tokens, equivalent to 500 times the fuel cost for a 25 mpg car.
## Key takeaway

Frontier AI models need significant safety improvements before real-world driving.