# Self-Driving Cars Blocking First Responders | Colorado Springs News

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Podcast: [Colorado Springs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/colorado-springs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7559285)
Published: 2026-07-11T01:14:07+00:00
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Self-driving cars are blocking emergency crews—police, firefighters, and paramedics—on the road, causing life-threatening delays. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is demanding immediate action, warning that autonomous vehicles must clear the way for first responders by month’s end or face regulatory consequences. With every second critical in emergencies, NHTSA is holding tech companies accountable, echoing the legal consequences faced by human drivers who obstruct emergency vehicles. Administrator Jonathan Morrison insists that while driverless tech holds promise, it must be deployed responsibly to protect those who save lives. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ac668edc582c7e33

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