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Robotaxis and the Humans Inside | San Jose News
Self-driving taxis are hitting the streets, but humans are proving unpredictable—sleeping through rides, leaving messes, even triggering 911 calls. Remote operators can’t just shake passengers awake, forcing emergency services into routine calls for naps. Cities scramble to manage the chaos, from stranded cars after blackouts to vehicles blocking ambulances. Companies now charge riders—up to $150—for spills or trash, urging self-reporting. It’s a high-stakes social experiment: tech meets human fallibility, and the real world isn’t exactly cooperating. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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