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Gen Z Reveals Shocking Views on Self-Driving Cars: The Future of Transportation at Risk?
The future of self-driving cars once seemed like a no-brainer. Tech giants, car manufacturers, and even ride-sharing services have been betting on the day when autonomous vehicles would rule the roads. But as the excitement builds, a key group — the up-and-coming Gen Z — seems to have some surprising reservations about this tech-driven future. So, what’s going on? Why does the generation most connected to technology seem to have mixed feelings about something as futuristic as self-driving cars?
Why Is Gen Z Pumping the Brakes on Self-Driving Cars?
For a generation that grew up with smartphones, social media, and on-demand everything, you’d think Gen Z would be all-in on self-driving cars. But, according to a recent survey, it seems like they’re not totally sold. Some of the key reasons behind their hesitation? Trust, safety concerns, and — surprisingly — environmental impact.
1. Safety Concerns Are a Big Deal
It’s not exactly shocking that safety is a top concern. Every time there’s news of an accident involving a self-driving car, it sends shockwaves through the conversation about their future. And Gen Z, a generation hyper-aware of world events thanks to their…
