Wouldn't it be better to implement the system in stages rather than attempt to get all individuals to go for all automation all the time?
Perhaps starting with roadways that are used less, where an individual stops prior to entering the freeway and the car enters into auto-drive. I think it would be a good idea to ween people off of the control rather than make it a forceful and required decision.
I can think of many roads in Arizona where this could be tested. Perhaps on the Freeways up toward the mountain areas. Although, I can also see how people would be less willing to give up control on winding mountain roads.
Perhaps the best idea would be to select certain freeways within the great plains regions. Use these freeways to test how long it would take for a car to switch onto the network with the cars already in progress down the road. Make it a requirement to switch the car to auto-drive before entering this segment of freeway.
After individuals have seen the technology tested in real life use, I think that asking them relinquish control and trust the automation will be a little easier. Then cities can work on structuring the rest of the freeways and highways.
The very final step would be to connect the network through even the main roads and neighborhoods.
All in all, I am quite excited to see this because it would reduce one level of stress throughout my day...watching jerks speed and run lights all while I try my damnedest to obey all traffic laws.
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