Driverless cars, but with a driver? Minneapolis proposal sparks debate over jobs, safety

The proposed ordinance, called Workers Drive Minneapolis, would regulate autonomous transportation network companies providing fare-paying trips that originate in Minneapolis.

Rideshare drivers tell council: ‘Don’t leave us behind’ Several rideshare drivers who spoke at Tuesday’s public hearing said their work supports their families and allows them to spend money at other Minneapolis businesses.

Researchers found Waymo’s driverless vehicles had a 68% lower police-reportable crash-involvement rate than human drivers in those comparisons.

Blind resident raises a different concern The public hearing also highlighted a complication in the debate over human drivers and autonomous vehicles: accessibility.

Waymo previously told 5 Eyewitness News that it considers the proposed framework a “de facto ban” on autonomous vehicles.