But this brings in another problem to the fore and that is, will people under the influence be allowed to sit behind the wheel of an autonomous car? Perhaps not, but this prediction by Morgan Stanley would only work if legislation allowed drivers under the influence to get inside an autonomous vehicle and command it to go to a destination of their choice.
This then puts the pressure on car makers because to make it work, they'd have to develop vehicles that are more than capable of driving themselves. The legislators of course, will need a lot of convincing and it will be an uphill task to develop technology which is flawless.
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Business Insider notes that the researchers from Morgan Stanley believe that drivers could consume even more than one extra drink per week if they reside in cities where shared mobility is accessible. The circumstances would imply more self-driving cars on the roads, as well as the possibility of hailing self-driving ride-sharing services. According to Morgan Stanley researchers, autonomous vehicle technology will go through a significant leap beyond 2025, which will bring greater opportunities for the alcoholic beverage market.
Drinking under the influence is a strict no and this is a battle that's been fought across the globe. India too has seen many accidents in the recent past and of course the police are doing their bit by keeping a check on things but there can be only one solution and that is to be responsible. Perhaps assign a designated driver, who will drive you home safely or just take a cab. At the end of the day, why take the risk when you can be safe.
