Re: @Time Waster - I'm not sure I see how they get to profitability
So you're going to trust an automated car based on that stretch of road existing in California? I quite honestly fail to see your point.
As a side note, it's hardly the worst section of road in the US (or California, for that matter); it is actually quite easy to navigate in all weather (except when it is closed); and driving my big rig over it twice per month (at least) has never given me any problems.