Waymo has applied for a permit to test its self-driving cars in Manhattan, which if approved, would be the city’s first autonomous vehicle testing program. Currently, New York law requires a human operator to have a hand on the steering wheel during tests. To navigate this challenge, Waymo is forming partnerships with local organizations. The testing phase will involve collecting data in a complex urban environment, as the company seeks to enhance its autonomous operations, moving towards a future in which they offer fully driverless taxis similar to other cities where they already operate extensively.
Waymo is committed to earning its stripes in NYC by partnering with local organizations as part of its outreach strategy.
The test will help collect data in one of the world’s most complex driving environments before moving towards fully autonomous operations.
Current state laws require a human operator to keep a hand on the steering wheel, presenting a significant challenge for true autonomy.
Waymo's expansion into NYC represents a crucial step as it aims to enhance its autonomous driving capabilities beyond its current markets.
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