Toyota recalls and potential threats

Growing up in the computer dominated age that we live in, we are all aware of potential bugs and glitches in our software. That is why today even our DVD players connect to the internet to download software updates. However, when the software glitches hit the car or aviation industry people aren't as forgiving. Last month Toyota recalled the 2010 Prius because of such a glitch that interfered with the car's brakes. Others, including Apple's co-founder Steve Wozniak, have complained about acceleration issues in the Prius due to a software malfunction. Obviously, this is a deep concern and an issue that won't go away soon. As cars become more reliant on computers we might begin to see people waiting a year to let the others "test out" the car as they would any other new technology.