Robotaxis could be coming to New York City… if they clear the political minefield
Are self-driving robotaxis coming to New York City next?
- A debate is emerging in New York regarding the introduction of self-driving taxis, with state officials showing openness and city officials expressing skepticism.
- Gov. Kathy Hochul plans to introduce legislation allowing a small fleet of commercial self-driving vehicles to operate outside New York City.
- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the New York Taxi Workers Alliance have voiced concerns about potential job losses for taxi drivers.
- Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal previously introduced legislation to ban self-driving vehicles in New York City without local licensing, which did not pass.
- Self-driving car company Waymo has expressed interest in expanding its operations in New York, following a testing program under former Mayor Eric Adams that concludes on April 1.
Bookmark popover
Removed from bookmarks