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They highlight a key behavioral difference: the experience of driving a conventional car involves a tangible human interface—like a steering wheel—and a clear driver role. Autonomous vehicles, especially those with advanced capabilities, often lack this, making them "not a car" in the classic sense but rather a different kind of mobility device.
The Concept of Hybrid Vehicles as Transitional Products
The speaker describes these emerging vehicles as "weird hybrids." They acknowledge that current offerings are transitional, blending features of traditional cars with autonomous technology. These hybrids are indicative of a broader shift, but they still embody some of the familiar elements of driving that many have come to associate with cars.