Waymo Gets NYC Permit to Test Self-Driving Cars, Unions Cry Foul
2025-08-23
Waymo has secured New York City's first permit to test autonomous vehicles, sparking outrage from labor unions. The permit allows Waymo to operate up to eight vehicles with safety drivers in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn until late September. While the city touts stringent safety regulations and support from groups like MADD, unions like the TWU express concerns about pedestrian safety, emergency response delays, and job displacement. They cite past incidents involving Waymo vehicles and have launched a petition demanding a ban on AV testing in NYC.
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