Source: San Francisco Chronicle
Summary
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has called for stricter regulations on robotaxi operators like Waymo, following a massive hours-long gridlock event. Lurie wants state regulators to impose more requirements on these companies. The mayor’s request comes after a recent incident where robotaxis caused significant traffic congestion in the city. According to Lurie, the incident highlighted the need for more oversight. The California Public Utilities Commission is responsible for regulating robotaxi operators.
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The launch follows a familiar script.
Waymo, a pioneer in autonomous driving, is facing calls for more regulation. San Francisco’s Mayor Lurie wants stricter rules on robotaxis after a recent gridlock event. It’s the same story: a new technology emerges, promises to revolutionize transportation, and then needs to be reined in. It’s not like we haven’t seen this movie before. “Because what the city really needed was more cars stuck in traffic, but this time with no drivers.”
Author: Evan Null
