Self-driving cars, the future of world cars is developing like?

There are 5 levels of self-driving cars as decentralized by the Automobile Engineers Association (SAE). Currently, cars are at level 2, and level 5 must not be prevalent until 2035.

Level 1 self-driving was more than 10 years ago. In fact, we're at level 2 and progressing to level 3 even though some automakers say their cars have reached this level of auto.

Level 1: Only enable one feature

As decentralized by the Automobile Engineers Association (SAE), level 1 auto is the most basic form. Only one drive is performed from the sensor and camera data. For example, the car can control the speed or direction, but not both at the same time. Mainly still driven by the driver.

This technology has been around since the late 90's. Mercedes-Benz pioneered radar cruise control, while Honda introduced lane-keeping assist on the 2008 Legend.

Level 2: Chip that controls two or more features

We are in the stage of automatic level 2 with computer control many functions, smart enough to combine the speed with the steering system from many different data sources.

Mercedes says it has been using the technology for four years. The latest Mercedes S-Class can control the movement direction, engine valve and brake function of one of the most advanced cruise control systems available today.

It uses detailed satellite navigation data, automatically detects the brakes in a corner, keeps distance from the vehicle in front, and almost controls the control of the vehicle when the driver is idle.

Changing lanes and self parking are two of the typical features of this technology. However, the driver still needs to put his hand on the steering wheel throughout the journey.

Level 2+: Perform many complex tasks

Between automatic level 2 and 3 is level 2+. Carmakers hope to achieve this level by the end of this year. With level 2+, the driver is still in control but the car feels more around. They will adjust themselves if necessary. In addition, the car also pays more attention to the driver.

Typically, this technology monitors driver concentration and performs complex tasks.

Level 3: Vehicle undertakes many safety functions

It will not be long before there will be high-level autonomous vehicles. SAE calls this a 'level 3 conditional auto'. It is a separate mode that allows the vehicle to perform multiple tasks on the driver's behalf. However, the driver still has to intervene when needed.

Audi says the new A8 has reached level 3, has a certain level of autonomy, and can control all of its safety features.

This technology will be in vogue starting next year. Vehicles equipped with sensors, new generation algorithms. Drivers can remove their hands from the steering wheel for a specific period of time when the vehicle drives itself.

Level 4: Fully self-driving in controlled environment

Early in the next decade, it was capable of fully autonomous driving in urban areas limited by geographical barriers. Vehicles are equipped with high-definition maps, real-time data, vehicle-to-vehicle communication protocol, linked to the control center to increase accuracy.

Christoph von Hugo, in charge of Mercedes' auto segment, said level 4 autos do not need a driver. At that time, customers mostly rented cars but did not own cars because they did not need to hold the steering wheel.

The major automakers said they would sell auto-level 4 cars in the US by 2022. Meanwhile, the car will drive itself completely, the driver can relax on the car without having to pay attention to the road ahead. .

Level 5: Drive yourself completely, anywhere

The difference between Level 4 and 5 is very simple, it is the last step towards full automation, the car does not have to operate in a designated and limited environment.

Instead of just running in a controlled urban environment with built-in and synchronized infrastructure, the car can drive itself anywhere. Thanks to the strength and intensity of data, plus the powerful processing ability of the computer, the car becomes an entity that can feel the surroundings.

This technology was implemented shortly after Level 4, expected from the middle of the next decade. Mostly it would be an automatic taxi, with or without a steering wheel. It is predicted that there will be about 21 million self-driving cars by 2035.