Jalopnik raises the concern that drivers cannot be relied on to take control from a machine in level 2 autonomy vehicles. The problem is worse for level 3 autonomy vehicles. At least in level 2, the driver has to be ready, at all times, to take control. In level 3, the driver can completely take his/her mind off the driving. In the EQS, if the driver does not timely take control of the vehicle, “Drive Pilot will automatically bring the vehicle to a controlled stop while maintaining its crash avoidance capabilities.” During the controlled stop, the hazard warning lights are supposed to turn on and, if necessary, “emergency assistance is summoned and the vehicle is prepared for emergency assistance by unlocking the doors.” In short, the car stops in traffic and turns its hazard lights. This does not seem safe to us. It is better than crashing into another vehicle or down an embankment, but a car stopped dead in the middle of traffic is likely to be struck by other vehicles. The Jalopnik article continues by examining what other options are available – such as allowing the driver to deactivate the Drive Pilot. It is clear to the author that the Mercedes-Benz EQS needs a lot of additional work and is likely defective in its current state.