Congressman Urges Investigation into Foreign Remote Operators in Autonomous Vehicles

A U.S. congressman has urged the Department of Transportation to examine the employment of foreign remote operators by autonomous vehicle companies operating on American roads. According to NS3.AI, this request comes after it was revealed that companies such as Waymo utilize remote assistance operators located overseas, which has sparked concerns regarding safety and national security. The congressman highlighted the potential risks associated with language barriers and the absence of accountability for operators who are beyond U.S. jurisdiction.