The Expert Podcast

• In 2026, new vehicles in the U.S. will be required to have an automotive kill switch, designed to shut off the car if it detects a potential drunk driver.
• The system detects bad driving behaviors like swerving or crossing lanes and triggers the kill switch to stop the car.

• False Triggers: What if you swerve to avoid an obstacle like a deer, strong winds, or bad road conditions? How many swerves until the car shuts off?
• Vulnerability to Crime:
  • Criminals could exploit this technology by cutting in front of a driver multiple times, causing the car to believe the driver is drunk and triggering the shutdown.
  • This could lead to carjackings, robberies, or worse, leaving the driver stranded and vulnerable.
• The potential risk goes beyond accidental incidents—criminals could intentionally manipulate the system to immobilize drivers and control access to their vehicle.

• What do you think about this technology? Is the kill switch a safety measure or a new risk?
• Let us know your thoughts in the comments!