Shashua outlines three key aspects of the future of autonomous vehicles: enhanced safety through multiple cameras, the development of an eyes-off system for certain roads, and the advent of robotaxis. He also discusses Mobileye's supervision system, which is currently in use in 200,000 vehicles in China and is set to expand to Europe and the U.S. this year. This system provides a hands-free but eyes-on experience, with a fully autonomous system expected to launch in 2026. Shashua also addresses the issue of liability in the event of an accident, stating that it would be handled between the supplier and the automaker.
Key takeaways:
- Mobileye, an Israeli company majority owned by Intel, is pioneering partially automated driver-assist systems and fully autonomous technology.
- Mobileye's systems are already at work in vehicles, taking on some driving functions such as steering and braking, but a human still has to be ready to take over.
- Mobileye's CEO, Amnon Shashua, believes that the future of autonomous vehicles is not just about robotaxis, but also about improving safety and productivity by enabling an eyes-off system.
- Mobileye is working with Volkswagen on the ID. Buzz van to start deploying thousands of fully autonomous vehicles in 2026.