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3 storiesnewest firstlatest September 23, 2026
Waymo conducted a training session for Coral Gables police, firefighters and paramedics on disabling its driverless taxis during emergencies, reflecting the company’s expanding fleet in South Florida. The program aims to equip first responders with the knowledge needed to safely manage incidents involving autonomous vehicles.
Waymo’s robotaxi controversy in New York City intensified in July 2026 after a flawed safety report was retracted and the novel “Autokill” was released, sparking renewed scrutiny during the West Indian Day Parade.
A Gothamist editor reported seeing a Tesla Cybercab with a driver at the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel entrance on August 29, 2026, confirming compliance with New York's human‑driver requirement for robotaxi testing.
