Reported 5 months ago
A firsthand account in Wuhan in July 2024 described the experience of witnessing driverless taxis in traffic, highlighting the surreal feeling despite understanding the technology behind it. Wuhan has been a key city for commercializing autonomous taxis, with Baidu's Apollo Go operating over 400 driverless taxis in the city and aiming to expand to 1,000 by the end of the year, offering lower fares than traditional taxis. The popularity of 'riding a driverless taxi to explore Wuhan' has sparked online discussions but raised concerns among taxi drivers. Taxi drivers in Wuhan are facing challenges due to the rise of autonomous taxis, leading to calls for government intervention and regulations to protect their livelihoods. As the adoption of driverless vehicles grows, the balance between human workers and automation becomes a crucial issue to address.
Source: YAHOO