Autonowashing & Why Levels of Autonomy Matter

Not all automated technology can be treated as equal. As partial, semi and fully autonomous vehicle technologies become more prevalent on public roads, it’s critical that companies, members of the media and the public avoid “autonowashing” technology with disparate and specific uses. Liza Dixon, an engineer and researcher in the field of human-centered automation, shares why we should care about autonowashing, what needs to be done to avoid it, and how we can make our roads safer through education.