Cadillac Tops Tesla, Nissan, Volvo in Consumer Reports Semi-Automated Driving Test
Self-driving cars have received a great deal of press in the past few years -- some positive, some negative. The current reality with semi-automated driving is much more interesting, as found after the first Consumer Reports test of partially automated driving systems. Some might be surprised to learn that Cadillac topped the list, beating out Nissan, Tesla and Volvo by balancing high-tech capabilities with safe operating conditions for the driver.
Semi-Automated Driving Goes Mainstream
With multiple mainstream brands introducing semi-automated driving, it's well on the way to becoming a mainstream offering. Consumer Reports tested the Cadillac's Super Cruise against Tesla's Autopilot, Nissan's ProPilot Assist and Volvo's Pilot Assist. They were ranked in that order by the non-profit consumer rating agency. One continued concern was stated that the systems had to balance driver safety with enhanced functionality options.
Not Quite Self-Driving
While they are driver-assist technology options, the automakers are quick to share that the features are not intended to be self-driving. They are able to help relieve driver stress during arduous drives. Cadillac's Super Cruise was ranked best due to the ability to keep a driver engaged and noting when a driver is unresponsive -- considered to be critical safety features. Each vehicle's assisted system was designed to help with the mundane tasks of small steering adjustments while also controlling speed as a traditional cruise control. Automakers are actively marketing the assist options as collaborative automated driving but insists that drivers must stay engaged with activity behind the wheel to maintain safety.
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