'Cruise control on steroids': Tesla's self-driving tech launches in NZ
Tesla's self-driving assistance technology has launched in New Zealand, described by one early user as cruise control on steroids.
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'Cruise control on steroids': Tesla's self-driving tech launches in NZ
Tesla's self-driving assistance technology has launched in New Zealand, described by one early user as cruise control on steroids.
The system handles steering, acceleration and braking in a range of conditions, but remains a driver-assistance feature that requires the driver to stay attentive and in control.
Regulators have emphasised that New Zealand road rules place responsibility with the person behind the wheel, regardless of what the vehicle can do.
Safety researchers have urged clear communication about the limits of the technology to avoid drivers over-trusting it.
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