In the United States, semi-automated cars and trucks are everywhere – particularly with the rise in popularity of companies like Tesla and Lucid. But fully automated cars and trucks for consumers and businesses are still under development. Tesla, Waymo, and Toyota are among the automobile manufacturers that have paved the way in the United States for automated driving systems.
There are currently five levels of self-driving cars (with a sixth to soon be released):
Level I: Vehicles with additional driver assistance features that help with lane changes, acceleration, and cruise control.
Level II: These systems have autopilot features and cruise control with advanced safety functions such as warning and braking systems. The driver must still be focused on driving and keep their hands on wheel.