[palmer]

and the woman did not once even turn to glance at oncoming headlights.

The woman crossing didn't expect the self-driving car to come up at speed. She probably assumed the car would slow down, which is why she didn't walk any faster. My guess the car algorithm was faulty and fooled by the bike, much like the Tesla that thought a white truck was "sky".

[rockrr]

She probably assumed the car would slow down, which is why she didn't walk any faster.

Reminds me of my arrogant x (number 2). She assumed that the car had to yield to her as she was jaywalking one day. Problem was, the driver didn't see her and struck her, breaking her leg.

I had an awful time......trying not to laugh