A driverless van, part of the Visilab Intercontinental Autonomous Challenge, recently completed a four-month, 9,000-mile journey. Sensing devices including laser scanners, panoramic vision system from synchronized cameras, and GPS along with complicated software enable autonomous operation of vehicles. This technology will be initially adapted by agriculture, road construction, mining and military operations. Safety is a presumed future benefit but currently not realized by robotic driving. Stress is a major contributor to heart disease, diabetes and other ailments. It is anticipated that assisted driving will reduce stress and contribute to improved health.