Mercedes “ready” to cop the blame if autonomous cars crash, as nations introduce liability laws

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Mercedes-Benz is rolling out Level 3 autonomous driving technology, with the car taking responsibility under certain conditions. The company is ready to accept the legal and financial burden if one of its autonomous cars is at fault in an accident. This technology is currently available in some of its vehicles globally. Mercedes-Benz is aiming to increase the speed permitted to 90 km/h later this year, and 130 km/h by the end of the decade. The company is also planning to introduce the next generation of its Drive Pilot program globally in 2025. The article discusses the legal and financial implications of autonomous driving technology and the responsibilities of insurance providers, software developers, and automotive manufacturers.

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