Autopilot, in theory, is a wonderful tool. Set it and forget it. Travel at an exact and constant speed, at the optimal fuel efficiency, and without any human input.
But what happens when…
…the speed limit changes;
…we get tired;
…there’s a storm; …there are unexpected roadblocks;
…we miss our destination.
These things matter when we’re driving a car, but that’s not my point.
If we’re not deliberate, we can live our lives in autopilot.
That’s the real danger.