Source: The Verge
Summary
General Motors’ self-driving unit, Cruise, has issued a recall of its robotaxis due to concerns about their ability to respond to first responders in emergency situations. The recall affects 950 vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has warned AV companies about potential interference with first responders. Cruise reported the issue to the NHTSA on March 1.
Our Reading
The announcement sounds ambitious. Cruise’s recall of its robotaxis due to interference with first responders raises concerns about the technology’s readiness for widespread adoption. The NHTSA’s warning to AV companies about this issue is not exactly a vote of confidence. It seems like a case of “new” technology struggling with basic safety protocols. The recall affects nearly 1,000 vehicles, which is a notable number for a company that’s supposed to be leading the charge in autonomous driving.
Author: Evan Null
