Why Google’s Self-Driving Bubble Cars Might Catch On

Why Google’s Self-Driving Bubble Cars Might Catch On

The compact, speed-limited vehicles being tested by Google might have a better chance at success than automated versions of conventional cars.

Google’s announcement Friday that it will test small, pod-style autonomous cars on public roads might seem surprising to anyone enthusiastic about—or just familiar with–conventional cars. The vehicles look cute but hardly impact-resistant, and they have a top speed of only 25 miles per hour.

Why Google’s Self-Driving Bubble Cars Might Catch On