Sure, the cost will come down. But comparing the cheaper $7k sensor to the original $90k sensor is disingenuous, as the original is still several times better than the cheaper one in terms of FOV.

I was referring to IBEO sensors which are already used in automotive manufacturing. When these cars are actually commercialized, the sensor suite is still going to cost tens of thousands of dollars.

Anyway, I'm sick of coming across as so negative. I think self-driving cars are awesome (it's pretty surreal when you actually sit in one driving around a city) and I look forward to them becoming more common. I just think it will take longer, and cost more, than most people like to admit.