Californian regulators have drafted legislation to prevent Tesla from using the word “ autonomous ” to describe the semi - autonomous systems in its cars , because it may be inappropriate for drivers who need to remain vigilant while on the road . Other manufacturers of autonomous - autonomous systems , from Google to BMW to auto - Benz , may also be affected by the new legislation .
Californian regulators have drafted legislation to ban Tesla from using the word “autopilot” to describe the semi-autonomous systems in its cars, because it may be misleading for drivers who need to remain vigilant while on the road. Other manufacturers of self-driving systems, from Google to BMW to Mercedes-Benz, will also be affected by the new legislation.