# Autonomous Driving on The No Agenda Show

Autonomous Driving comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2015 to March 2024.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** August 2015 – March 2024
- **Related topics:** [Autonomous Vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [Self-driving Cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/self-driving-cars.md), [Tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [Chevy Volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [Consumer Reports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-reports.md), [Dmv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dmv.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Lex Fridman Rise, Elon Musk and Joe Rogan

- **Episode:** [1639: Pumpkin Coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1639-pumpkin-coin.md)
- **Published:** 2024-03-03
- **Time:** 25:38–29:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1639-pumpkin-coin/chapter/lex-fridman-rise-elon-musk-and-joe-rogan.md

Lex Fridman's rise to prominence in the long-form interview space is attributed to early support from Elon Musk following a non-peer-reviewed study on Tesla's semi-autonomous driving system. Fridman, a former MIT researcher, has since hosted high-profile guests including Joe Rogan. The hosts compare his interview style to a "man in black" and note his lack of traditional charisma compared to Rogan.

Keywords: [lex fridman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lex-fridman.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md)

### Ford and Tesla Autonomous Driving Setbacks

- **Episode:** [1498: Junk Fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees.md)
- **Published:** 2022-10-30
- **Time:** 1:12:52–1:15:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees/chapter/ford-and-tesla-autonomous-driving-setbacks.md

Ford has announced its withdrawal from the autonomous vehicle race after a $2 billion loss, deciding to wait for third-party licensing instead. Simultaneously, Elon Musk admitted that Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" software will not receive regulatory approval for driverless operation this year, despite the $15,000 price tag for the feature.

Keywords: [ford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [full self-driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/full-self-driving.md), [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md)

### Technical Analysis of Aircraft Altimeter Interference and 5G

- **Episode:** [1418: Homeless Apocalypse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1418-homeless-apocalypse.md)
- **Published:** 2022-01-20
- **Time:** 1:10:57–1:15:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1418-homeless-apocalypse/chapter/technical-analysis-of-aircraft-altimeter-interference-and-5g.md

The hosts provide a technical breakdown of why Boeing aircraft are particularly susceptible to 5G interference due to their fuselage composition and older altimeter designs. They argue the conflict is primarily a financial dispute over who pays for equipment upgrades. Furthermore, they suggest 5G's millimeter-wave signals could cause broader interference issues for future autonomous vehicle sensors.

Keywords: [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [radio frequency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radio-frequency.md), [millimeter wave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millimeter-wave.md), [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md), [spectrum auction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spectrum-auction.md)

### Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, Future Tech Promises

- **Episode:** [1115: Truancy Crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-25
- **Time:** 1:46:39–1:52:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes/chapter/samsung-galaxy-s10-5g-future-tech-promises.md

Samsung introduced the Galaxy S10 5G with a flashy presentation promising 20 times faster speeds and near-zero latency. The marketing highlights future possibilities such as remote surgery, cloud gaming, and autonomous vehicles, though the hosts remain skeptical of the immediate practical benefits for average users.

Keywords: [samsung](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samsung.md), [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md), galaxy s10, cloud gaming, [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md), [latency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/latency.md)

### Tesla AutoSteer Safety, Pilot Complacency, and Long-Term Reviews

- **Episode:** [1019: #deletethebag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-25
- **Time:** 10:52–13:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/tesla-autosteer-safety-pilot-complacency-and-long-term-reviews.md

The safety of Tesla's AutoSteer feature is questioned following near-accidents during a road trip where the system almost veered off the road. The technology is compared to ballistic parachutes on Cirrus aircraft, suggesting it creates dangerous complacency in operators. This shift in perspective highlights the necessity of long-term product testing over initial "glowing" reviews to uncover fundamental flaws in high-tech products.

Keywords: autosteer, [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md), [safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safety.md), cirrus aircraft, [product reviews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-reviews.md), [consumer reports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-reports.md)

### Elon Musk, Tesla Model 3 Launch Criticism

- **Episode:** [954: Rasiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss.md)
- **Published:** 2017-08-11
- **Time:** 1:52:23–2:01:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/elon-musk-tesla-model-3-launch-criticism.md

Tech investor Jason Calacanis is criticized for his "elitist" shilling of the new Tesla Model 3 on CNBC, comparing it to the iPhone. The hosts discuss the practical limitations of electric cars, such as "white-knuckle" range anxiety and the lack of charging infrastructure. A comparison is made to the Chevy Volt, which the hosts prefer due to its backup gasoline engine.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md), [model 3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/model-3.md), [chevy volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md)

### Automated Vehicles, UK Economic Strategy

- **Episode:** [948: Chow Hound](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/948-chow-hound.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-20
- **Time:** 1:53:55–1:55:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/948-chow-hound/chapter/automated-vehicles-uk-economic-strategy.md

During Prime Minister's Questions, Theresa May claimed that the United Kingdom is a global leader in "automated vehicles" as part of a strategy to build a strong economy. The hosts questioned the validity of this claim and the specific definition of "automated" versus "autonomous" vehicles. They speculated that the term might simply refer to the prevalence of chauffeured cars among the British elite.

Keywords: automated vehicles, [theresa may](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theresa-may.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md), chauffeurs

### Uber Self-Driving Car Controversy in San Francisco

- **Episode:** [888: Dutch Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/888-dutch-trump.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-22
- **Time:** 2:18:14–2:21:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/888-dutch-trump/chapter/uber-self-driving-car-controversy-in-san-francisco.md

Uber's conflict with the California DMV over self-driving car permits in San Francisco is detailed. After an Uber autonomous vehicle was caught running a red light, the company claimed it was "human error" by the safety driver. The hosts argue that Uber is intentionally ignoring regulations to maintain its "disruptor" reputation.

Keywords: [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [self-driving cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/self-driving-cars.md), [dmv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dmv.md), red light, [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md)

### Autonomous Vehicles, End of Local Radio

- **Episode:** [867: Wordy Durd](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/867-wordy-durd.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-09
- **Time:** 24:17–26:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/867-wordy-durd/chapter/autonomous-vehicles-end-of-local-radio.md

The impact of autonomous vehicles on the radio industry is analyzed, with the prediction that self-driving cars will eliminate the need for "time, temperature, and traffic" reports. Since these hyper-local updates are radio's last competitive advantage, the hosts conclude that the industry is "toast" as passengers shift to watching video in their cars.

Keywords: [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md), [self-driving cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/self-driving-cars.md), local radio, traffic reports, [technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technology.md), future trends

### Google Self-Driving Car Event, Austin Thinkery Children's Museum

- **Episode:** [752: Gender Binary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/752-gender-binary.md)
- **Published:** 2015-08-30
- **Time:** 5:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/752-gender-binary/chapter/google-self-driving-car-event-austin-thinkery-children-s-museum.md

A promotional event for Google's self-driving cars took place at the Thinkery children's museum in Austin, Texas. Attendees observed the "bean-shaped" prototype vehicles and interacted with Google staff members who indicated that "Phase One" of the rollout—where drivers are trained to take over manually from software—is projected for 2020. The event was characterized as lacking clear marketing direction or public engagement despite the presence of live music and refreshments.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), self-driving car, [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), thinkery, [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md), [phase one](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phase-one.md)

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