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Interest in Hands-Free Driving Jumps to 43% Among Consumers

7/29/2025

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Interest in hands-free highway driving systems has surged among American consumers, reaching 43%, up from 21% last year.
Younger buyers, with a median age of 39, are increasingly trusting semi-autonomous features.
Although fully autonomous vehicles aren't available for purchase, interest continues to grow, signaling a shift in consumer attitudes.
AutoPacific's study reveals evolving expectations, differentiating between "must-have" and "nice-to-have" vehicle features.

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Interest in hands-free highway driving systems has surged among American consumers, reaching 43%, up from 21% last year.
Younger buyers, with a median age of 39, are increasingly trusting semi-autonomous features.
Although fully autonomous vehicles aren't available for purchase, interest continues to grow, signaling a shift in consumer attitudes.
AutoPacific's study reveals evolving expectations, differentiating between "must-have" and "nice-to-have" vehicle features.