TechCities want to put the boot on robotaxis

With federal legislation stalled, cities and states across the US are writing their own rules to rein in autonomous vehicles. Minneapolis is considering requiring human monitors in the cars, San Diego is seeking to limit Waymo’s airport access and give local agencies emergency control, while Austin firefighters say the Tesla Cybercab’s lack of a steering wheel or pedals could complicate emergency response.

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