Mayor Eric Adams on Thursday released new guidelines that will allow testing of self-driving cars on New York City’s streets., allowing for the first time a wide swath of companies to test their self-driving car technology on the complex and chaotic roads of the five boroughs.
“This technology is coming whether we like it or not, so we’re going to make sure that we get it right,” Hizzoner said in a statement. “If we do, our streets can be safer, and our air could be cleaner.” “We commend this important step, as well as the city’s ongoing commitment to drive innovation and deliver transportation improvements for New Yorkers,” said Michelle Peacock, Waymo’s global head of public policy. “As the world’s leading autonomous vehicle ride-hailing company, Waymo looks forward to continuing our partnership with Mayor Adams and his administration as we continue to safely bring our technologies to more cities and communities across the country.