Cities push back as robotaxis expand onto public roads

Local governments are increasingly seeking ways to regulate or restrict robotaxis operating on their streets. The push comes as self-driving vehicles move from testing into commercial service. The article traces the origins of the regulatory landscape, noting that Nevada became the first state to legalize autonomous cars on public roads in 2011. That law predated Tesla's Autopilot and the commercial robotaxi era by several years. The Verge's coverage examines how road rules and policy are shaping the next phase of autonomous vehicle deployment.