NHTSA Proposes Dropping Brake Pedal Requirement for AVs
NHTSA has proposed removing the brake pedal requirement for vehicles built to be operated only by self‑driving systems. The change could speed purpose‑built robotaxis while drawing criticism from safety groups.
San Francisco-Bound United Flight Melts Down Midair, Diverts To Tokyo
A United flight from Shanghai bound for San Francisco diverted to Tokyo after a midair dispute with cabin crew; Japanese police removed a passenger and the aircraft arrived hours late.
BART Meltdown Strands Riders Between South Hayward and Castro Valley
BART suspended trains between South Hayward, Bay Fair and Castro Valley after a track equipment problem. AC Transit buses on routes 9 and 93 are filling the gap.
Cabless Robot Rig Ignites Brawl Over Driverless Big Rigs On California Roads
A San Francisco start‑up’s cabless Humble Hauler is testing the limits of California’s new AV rules, drawing union threats and a regulatory test of driverless freight.
Warm Springs Brush Fire Torches BART Commute
BART warned of major delays on the Berryessa line after a brush fire near Warm Springs/South Fremont station. Riders bound for Berryessa, Richmond and Daly City should expect disruptions.
License Lapse Yanks Mountain View Shuttles Off the Street
Mountain View paused MVgo and the Community Shuttle after the operator’s state permit lapsed. The city is offering Uber vouchers while inspections and approvals move forward.
Muni Axes Neighborhood Stops, Stranded Seniors Lean On Taxi Cards
Muni stop adjustments will make several lines skip neighborhood stops, and seniors and riders with disabilities may lean on the Essential Trip Card for subsidized taxi trips.
VTA Whisks World Cup Crowds Off Santa Clara Platforms In Under 90 Minutes
VTA and regional partners cleared stadium light‑rail platforms in under 90 minutes after the World Cup opener while agencies reported more than 37,000 riders.
California Tire Crackdown Aims To Slash Drivers’ Gas Bills
The California Energy Commission has proposed staged rules to make replacement tires more fuel‑efficient. Regulators say the move would save drivers money and cut emissions by 2035.
Waymo Robotaxis Turn San Francisco Bike Lanes Into Drop-Off Zones
Photos and videos show Waymo robotaxis stopping in San Francisco bike lanes, prompting safety concerns from cyclists and a pending lawsuit. New July 1 rules will let police cite autonomous‑vehicle operators.












