A “WAR ON DRIVERS?” “Car-To-X” Communication System Testing Begins. “Though the idea that there is a ‘war on cars’ appeals to certain segments of society, there’s little evidence for any such effort. On the other hand, it’s pretty clear that there’s a ‘war on drivers’ on, and it’s being led by the automotive industry. On the one hand, cars are being ever-more laden with distracting gizmos and toys, while simultaneously, companies are testing systems that minimize the need for drivers at all. Though Google’s autonomous cars get a lot of media play in this country, another system is moving Europe towards a similar endgame. Known as ‘Car-To-X,’ the system allows cars to swap information like speed and direction, not just with each other but with traffic lights and traffic data collectors. The idea is to avoid traffic and crashes, by warning drivers of oncoming traffic in a left-hand turn scenario, for example. Because who wants to use their eyes to make sure they’re safe when technology can do it for you?”