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Y Combinator Cast

04/12/24

@ Y Combinator

Self-driving cars were once considered commercially unviable, but now they are prevalent in San Francisco, showcasing a significant shift in perception and technology.

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04/12/24

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Y Combinator Cast

12/14/24

@ Y Combinator

Robotics hasn't reached its breakthrough moment like ChatGPT yet, but self-driving cars are fully deployed in San Francisco, with regular people using them daily.

Marc Andreessen

12/15/24

@ Chris Williamson

Self-driving cars are already a reality, with companies like Tesla and Waymo leading the way in autonomous vehicle technology, which is a significant advancement in transportation.

Travis Kalanick

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

In San Francisco, there are now more cars dedicated to Uber than there were town cars before we launched, showing our growth in the market.

Peter H. Diamandis Cast

05/23/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Whimo vehicles in San Francisco are now completing more rides than 45,000 Lyft drivers, showcasing the efficiency of autonomous vehicles.

Dalton Caldwell

12/22/23

@ Y Combinator

Experiencing self-driving technology firsthand, like getting into a Cruise car that drives itself, is a remarkable advancement that showcases how far we've come.

Y Combinator Cast

12/22/23

@ Y Combinator

Self-driving cars are seen as a divisive issue, even though they could significantly reduce the number of deaths caused by drunk driving.

Ray Kurzweil

06/03/25

@ The 92nd Street Y, New York

Despite the advancements, society is cautious about adopting AI technologies, as seen with self-driving cars, which are statistically safer but face public skepticism.

Sundar Pichai

06/05/25

@ Lex Fridman

The future of transportation could see a complete transition from manually driven to autonomous vehicles, significantly changing how we navigate the world.

Marc Andreessen

12/15/24

@ Chris Williamson

There's a psychological barrier regarding the acceptance of self-driving cars, as people are accustomed to the current level of road fatalities and may resist change despite the potential for improved safety.