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OEMs and the Safety Perception Gap
Comparative safety test results reveal the significant gap between Tesla and traditional automakers. For example, Volkswagen scored 94% in certain safety tests involving bicycle collisions, and Mercedes scored 80%. In contrast, Tesla showcased a near-perfect safety record with a 98% score, illustrating the high safety standards of Tesla’s Autopilot systems.
This data suggests that any OEM not licensing Tesla’s autonomous technology might be lagging in safety infrastructure. Tesla's software, with its advanced sensors and AI-driven algorithms, sets a high bar that others are struggling to meet.