This is the monthly edition of the Transport Workers Union’s Transportation Technology Newsletter.
The safety committee adopted language that prevents the implementation of autonomous technology for revenue service “until identified safety risks requiring mitigation have been addressed.”
This allows the TWU in Miami to block the implementation of autonomous technology that isn’t ready for public use.
“Local 291 is committed to the highest safety standards for passengers and workers – that is our number one priority,” said D’Elia.
This comes after Tesla sent a manual to first responders saying that physically pushing a disabled Tesla robotaxi is the way to clear blocked roads.