self-driving
Americanadjective
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(of a machine) operating without the guidance of a human.
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(of a vehicle) navigated and maneuvered by a computer without a need for human control or intervention under a range of driving situations and conditions.
self-driving cars.
Etymology
Origin of self-driving
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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He often talks about futuristic technologies and visions of a world where humanoid robots do all the work, money has been discarded and self-driving vehicles roam the streets.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
Tesla is staking a lot that its self-driving tech will lead the industry.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Many of the robotaxi issues being reported involve Waymo, in part because the company accounts for the overwhelming majority of self-driving taxis on the road today.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Tesla uses only optical cameras for its self-driving tech.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
The new vehicle also uses self-driving technology more efficiently, the company said, relying on 13 cameras, five lidars and six radar sensors.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
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