Axios's Joann Muller is reporting that robotaxis are being introduced to cities nationwide!
Robotaxis are being introduced in various American cities, driven by companies like Cruise and Waymo. The hope is that self-driving taxis will improve safety and transportation access, but there are concerns about sharing the road with driverless cars.
The lack of a clear legal framework for autonomous vehicles (AVs) can cause issues for cities if robotaxis create problems. Despite AV technology progressing rapidly, policymakers and regulations are struggling to keep up.
While Congress hasn't passed AV legislation, some states have allowed testing and deployment. The challenge lies in determining who has authority over AVs, as federal, state, and local jurisdictions have different responsibilities.
The collaboration between technology developers, communities, law enforcement, and policymakers is crucial for the successful integration of AVs into transportation systems.
Source: Axios
https://www.axios.com/2023/08/29/cities-testing-self-driving-driverless-taxis-robotaxi-waymo?stream=science
(This article was written with assistance from ChatGPT)
