"Local leaders say ride-hailing traffic on Market Street remains relatively low, averaging about 10 vehicles per hour, since SF Mayor Daniel Lurie gave Uber and Lyft access in December."
"Waymo spokesperson Julia Ilina told SFGate the company has avoided direct pickups and drop-offs on Market Street because the designated areas would require vehicles to double park, potentially blocking transit."
"Some leaders say the policy change appears to be encouraging more unauthorized drivers to enter the restricted thoroughfare, as they've seen an increase in unauthorized private vehicles entering the formerly car-free corridor."
City leaders reported a rise in illegal private drivers on Market Street after Lurie's decision to allow Waymo, Uber, and Lyft access. Ride-hailing traffic remains low, averaging 10 vehicles per hour since the policy change. The decision has confused private drivers and sparked backlash from transit advocates. Uber Black is the only service actively using the new access, while Waymo has avoided direct pickups due to potential transit blockages. Some leaders noted an increase in unauthorized vehicles in the previously car-free area.
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