The fantastical is becoming practical...

The fantastical is becoming practical...  A little game I often play with myself when looking at a new technology is this: when I was a teenager, would I have thought this might happen in my lifetime?  This is one where I'm certain my answer would have been “Not a prayer!”

One of these fine days, when I'm even more ancient and venerable than I am now, it will likely no longer be safe for me to drive.  The thought that these self-driving cars will probably be available is very comforting...