Fears Of Self-Driving Cars On The Rise

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A new survey from AAA shows that Americans are becoming more apprehensive about fully self-driving cars. At the same time, people are very interested in partially-automated vehicle technologies, which are widely available on newer vehicles.

This year’s survey finds that 68% are afraid of fully autonomous vehicles. This is a 13% jump from 55% in our 2022 survey – the biggest increase since 2020. Nine in ten (91%) U.S. drivers either would be afraid to ride in a self-driving vehicle (68%) or are unsure about it (23%). Only one in ten (9%) say they would trust a vehicle to drive itself while they are in it. AAA has done the Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Survey every year since 2016.

Autonomous Vehicle Survey 3-2023

 

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Veterans Appreciation Day

Join us for a heartfelt day dedicated to honoring and celebrating our veterans at Veterans Appreciation Day! This special event is designed to show gratitude to those who have served while raising funds to support local veterans

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Think Wild Saves Injured Bald Eagle

Think Wild, Bend’s wildlife hospital, is optimistic about the recovery of a young injured female bald eagle following life-saving orthopedic surgery. A Powell Butte resident found the eagle lethargic and unable to fly in a field on

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Mumford & Sons Announce Second Bend Show

Due to popular demand, a second Mumford & Sons show has been added at Hayden Homes Amphitheater on Friday, June 6, in addition to the previously announced show on Thursday, June 5, 2025. The shows will feature special guest Divorce. Agora Members have first access to