New York Pulls Robotaxi Proposal, Halting Tesla's $33/Hour Trial and Cybercab Plans
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has withdrawn a proposal enabling robotaxis to operate outside New York City, stalling Tesla's planned trials. Tesla had posted a $33/hour test driver job listing and recently unveiled its production-ready Cybercab, which now faces potential operational constraints.
1. Proposal Withdrawal Stalls Robotaxi Expansion
New York Governor Kathy Hochul withdrew a plan to allow autonomous robotaxis outside New York City. The proposal had required firms to demonstrate local support and meet stringent safety standards, and its removal now prevents Tesla and other AV companies from commencing trials in suburban and upstate regions.
2. Tesla's Trials and Cybercab Outlook
Tesla had advertised a test driver position at $33/hour for its Robotaxi trials and recently unveiled its production-ready Cybercab model. With the expansion plan pulled, Tesla must explore alternative jurisdictions or await new regulations before advancing its Robotaxi deployment.