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Sacramento Prepares for Autonomous Ride-Hailing | Sacramento News
Sacramento is set to roll out Waymo’s driverless ride-hailing next month, but the city is racing to avoid the chaos seen in San Francisco—where autonomous cars have blocked emergency routes and caused gridlock. While Waymo boasts experience with local roads and city officials like Councilmember Phil Pluckebaum are optimistic, new federal rules may soon mandate digital boundaries to keep emergency vehicles clear. The Sacramento Fire Department is collaborating closely with Waymo to ensure hydrants and access points stay unobstructed, while a new study shows Waymo’s vehicles are far safer than…
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