Google unveils 'first real build' of its self-driving car prototype

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Google first revealed its self-driving car back in May, but on Monday, the tech giant showed the world the "first real build" of the vehicle.

The first version — which was shown off in a demo video — was merely an early mockup, according to Google. It didn't even have working headlights, for example

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Since then, Google's been improving upon the prototype by testing out different ways to make the self-driving car a reality for everyday drivers. That's everything from run-of-the-mill car parts, like brakes and steering methods, to the more high-tech bits, such as sensors that make sure the car knows where it's going. Google claims that this vehicle is "fully functional." Read more...

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