California DMV Suspends Permits for Tech Startup Cruise to Protect Public Safety

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced Tuesday that it has suspended the permits of tech startup Cruise that allowed them to operate driverless cars in the state. The suspension is effective immediately and is being done in order to protect public safety.

In a statement, the DMV said that public safety is their top priority and that their autonomous vehicle regulations provide a framework to facilitate the safe testing and deployment of this technology on California public roads.

The DMV said that the suspension was due to “an unreasonable risk to public safety” and that when there is an unreasonable risk to public safety, the DMV can immediately suspend or revoke permits.

Cruise vehicles have been involved in a series of incidents that sparked criticism from elected officials and members of the public, especially in San Francisco. The suspension of Cruise’s permits means that they will no longer be able to operate driverless taxis in the state.

The DMV said that it is committed to ensuring the safety of all Californians and that it will continue to monitor the situation and take appropriate action as needed. They also said that they will continue to work with Cruise to ensure that their vehicles are operated safely and in compliance with all applicable regulations.