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The discussion underscores that most ICE vehicles are fundamentally unsuitable for autonomous conversion. These cars are predominantly mechanical and lack the electronic drive-by-wire systems necessary to support autonomous controls. Retrofitting such systems is complicated because many traditional vehicles do not have the electronic architecture to support remote control or automation. For instance, vehicles equipped with drive-by-wire systems—like Tesla or Rivian—allow electronic control over acceleration and steering, making them more adaptable for autonomous systems. Conversely, most older vehicles or conventional models would require extensive modifications, making widespread retrofitting impractical.