Robotaxis Are Spreading Across the U.S.—and So Is the Backlash
Autonomous vehicle operators, including Waymo and Cruise, are rapidly expanding their commercial robotaxi services across major U.S. metropolitan areas in 2024, triggering a surge in public concern and regulatory scrutiny. As these driverless fleets transition from controlled testing environments to dense urban centers like San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles, municipal leaders are grappling with…