The city hopes that the shuttle will provide a convenient and eco-friendly option for the about 2,000 residents of Treasure Island.
The city hopes that the shuttle will provide a convenient and eco-friendly option for the about 2,000 residents of Treasure Island, who currently rely on buses and ferries to get around. The shuttle will also help the city gather data and feedback on the performance and safety of autonomous vehicles.
San Francisco is one of the many cities around the world that are experimenting with self-driving vehicles to transform public transportation. However, not everyone is convinced that autonomous vehicles are ready for the streets. , as many people complained that the driverless taxis cause traffic jams, make sudden stops and block emergency vehicles. On Wednesday, the city asked the commission to pause the robotaxi expansion.Experts say that driverless buses are less likely to cause such problems, because they are expected to have drivers or attendants on board for the foreseeable future. However, they also point out that autonomous driving technology is not a magic solution for public transportation challenges.
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