The Brief
- Community members gathered at the Minneapolis Central Library to discuss the future of driverless ride-hailing in the city.
- Many voiced concerns about job loss, safety and the impact of Waymo’s autonomous vehicles.
- Waymo says it is still testing in Minneapolis and has not set a timeline for launching its service.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The conversation around driverless cars is heating up as Waymo explores bringing its ride-hailing service to Minneapolis.
Community weighs in on Waymo’s driverless vehicle plans
What we know:
Waymo vehicles are currently being tested in Minneapolis with a trained specialist behind the wheel. The company says it is mapping the city and gathering data to prepare for possible future operations.
The panel discussion at the Minneapolis Central Library focused on how autonomous vehicles could affect jobs, safety and transportation options in the Twin Cities. Some ride-share drivers worry about losing work, while others call for regulations and worker protections before driverless cars are allowed to expand.…