# LA Drivers Skeptical of Autonomous Cars | Venice Beach News

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Podcast: [Venice Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/venice-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7561931)
Published: 2026-07-18T00:32:42+00:00
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Most LA County residents still aren’t convinced about driverless cars, with only 9% saying they’re safe—making them the least trusted option compared to other transportation methods. Younger, college-educated folks are more open to trying them, but gender plays a role too: women feel safer from harassment in autonomous vehicles, while men see little difference in safety between self-driving and human-driven rides. With Waymo’s limited presence, this survey captures early skepticism, hinting that public trust will need more real-world experience to grow. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/40cb1485813cc9a5

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