Cruise Restarts Operations with Human-Driven Cabs in Phoenix, Takes Slower Approach After SF Accident

• GM's Cruise is restarting operations with human-driven robotaxis in Phoenix to gather mapping data, after pausing due to a serious accident in San Francisco.

• Cruise appears to be taking a slower, more methodical approach now, validating its tech instead of rapid expansion.

• The October accident revealed issues with Cruise's tech and its response, resulting in criticism and GM taking more control.

• Cruise says it will reform protocols to enable better incident response and transparency.

• It's unclear when Cruise will resume fully driverless operations after losing permits in San Francisco.