Summary Of We Drove Cars That Can Drive Themselves '

SUMMARY: Business reporter, Drew Harwell in the article, We Drove Cars That Can Drive Themselves — and Cost Only $20,000, published on April 5th, 2016 addresses the issue of driverless cars in the 21st century and explains the reasons why we should not rely on these relatively new cars. Harwell supports his claim first by framing his argument, through the use of evidence. He explains in detail what these cars actually are, for example, he cites an experiment he conducted driving these types of cars and provided information regarding price, miles per gallon, technology, and efficiency of each of the cars tested. Second by, appealing to the reader’s emotions. Harwell does this by utilizing diction that creates a sensation of anxiety in his audience.

Harwell effectively presents his argument by utilizing the Aristotelian appeal, ethos. He uses this appeal to the fullest extent in this article, which establishes his credibility as a writer and driver. He begins his argument by describing these new driverless cars, “Cameras and computers that alert you (and hit the brakes) when they suspect a potential crash; systems that smoothly steer the car along turns and curves at highway speeds; and even "adaptive cruise control," which changes its speed, second by second, to mimic the flow of traffic,” (Harwell), this tactic is effective becomes it frames his argument. Additionally, he presents the experiment he conducted; he drove two of the more economical driverless cars in the market. Harwell explains why we should not depend completely on these new vehicles, “On the other hand, these cars will punish us for trusting them too much. Think of it as if these cars have learners’ permits: They can do most of the basics, but still need help with the day-to-day. Relying on them too much can be just as dangerous as not having them at all” (Harwell). Undoubtedly, Harwell effectively persuades his audience through this