It may seem quite futuristic but recent developments have demonstrated that robotic cars are increasingly capable. A race among robotic cars in the Mojave desert showed the strides such vehicles have taken in recent years. These vehicles rely on a series of sensors and GPS devices to navigate. They accept voice commands and are fairly autonomous.
Although more than a few years in the future, driver’s education for special education students using robotic cars may allow students with special needs to drive who may not otherwise be able. Read the rest of the story and G.R.I.N. (see post from 12/2/05 re: G.R.I.N. technologies) the future is bright with possibilities.