Human-Like Autonomous Driving. To reduce dependence on massive datasets, researchers are prioritizing a deeper understanding of human driving behavior rather than relying solely on raw data.

Aurora Innovation is putting a human back in front of the wheel of big rigs operating in Texas, reversing course less than three weeks after the company began commercial autonomous service.

Still, Waymo says the data proves that its self-driving cars are better at avoiding crashes and injuries than human drivers. “It’s exciting to see the real positive impact that Waymo is making ...