Autonomous vehicles and the imminent death of Vision Zero

For years, the automotive industry has promised that autonomous vehicles will make our roads and commutes safer. Yet road congestion, accidents and driver distraction continue to increase. In fact, U.S. traffic deaths have hit a 20-year high, with no real solution at hand.

https://venturebeat.com/automation/death-of-vision-zero-and-what-it-means-for-your-commute/