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Hyundai Ioniq 5 costs less than gasoline SUV on 900-km New York trip using public fast chargers
Hyundai Motor\'s electric SUV Ioniq 5 recorded a lower total cost than a gasoline SUV on a long-distance trip in New York using only public fast charging, an analysis showed. InsideEVs said the 560-mile round trip from New York City cost $620 including rental, charging and tolls. A gasoline SUV topped $750, while a hybrid crossover exceeded $700. The test used an older AWD model with a 77 kWh battery and a CCS port.
Mobility
Waymo robotaxi expansion to New York falls through
Waymo\'s plan to operate robotaxis in New York has fallen through after New York Governor Kathy Hochul withdrew a proposal to amend state traffic law to allow vehicles to operate without a driver, TechCrunch reported. Current state law requires a driver to keep one hand on the steering wheel at all times. The withdrawn proposal would have barred paid service in cities with populations above 1 million and required approvals, fees and financial guarantees.
Mobility
New York state moves to allow robotaxis, with New York City exempt
New York state is pursuing a bill to legalise robotaxis, though New York City is expected to remain an exception, TechCrunch reported on Tuesday. Governor Kathy Hochul said in a New Year address that the state will expand autonomous vehicle pilot programmes and plans to introduce robotaxis. Details of the legislation have not been released. The state said it is reviewing limited robotaxi operations outside New York City, requiring safety standards and community support.
