WCVB 5: Speed bump for Waymo in Boston? City Council considers detour for company's autonomous taxi plans - Fighting for Driver's Rights

BOSTON —

Waymo’s plans to introduce a driverless taxi service in Boston may be approaching a roadblock.

Labor unions representing ride-hail drivers showed up in force at Boston City Hall on Thursday while members of the City Council considered a proposal to require a study before Waymo would be allowed to launch its service. In the meeting, several council members expressed concerns about the loss of jobs for drivers.

“Driverless cars are direct threats to our jobs, our families and our passengers,” said Fermin Castro, of the app drivers’ union.

WCVB 5: Speed bump for Waymo in Boston? City Council considers detour for company’s autonomous taxi plans