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Understanding the Future of Autonomous Vehicles: From Hybrid Concepts to Level 5 Autonomy

The landscape of automotive technology is rapidly evolving, blurring the lines between traditional vehicles and groundbreaking autonomous systems. Recent discussions underscore a pivotal distinction: the nature of what constitutes a "car" versus emerging mobility solutions that challenge conventional definitions.

The Shift from Traditional Cars to Autonomous Vehicles

In the speaker's view, a vehicle that cannot be manually driven or lacks manual controls falls outside the realm of what we typically consider a car. This encompasses autonomous vehicles that operate without a human behind the wheel, emphasizing that the presence of manual controls is a hallmark of traditional automobiles.