Group pushes to bring driverless Waymos to NY after anti-robotaxi study falls flat

A new nonprofit group, "A Better Road Forward," is pushing to bring driverless robotaxis like Waymo to New York City after a study that aimed to prove the vehicles were dangerous fell flat. The study, which had to retract a major part of its findings, improperly compared crash data, claiming Waymo vehicles were more dangerous than traditional taxis. The corrected analysis showed Waymo’s injury crash rate was lower than that of New York City taxis and for-hire vehicles. The group is launching TV ads and holding informational meetings to address concerns about safety and reliability for New Yorkers.

• The nonprofit aims to address the lack of safe and reliable transportation options for residents, especially those in underserved areas.
• The study's retraction highlights the importance of accurate data in assessing the safety of autonomous vehicles.
• Waymo’s reported injury crash rate is significantly lower than that of traditional taxis and for-hire vehicles.
• The group is working with local officials to create a policy framework that supports the deployment of autonomous vehicles.

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