[Tucker39]

Maybe not cables. Many of them are now hydraulic. Much safer.

[AndyJackson]

For tall buildings not: Scientific American: How do Elevators Work?

[vette6387]

“Maybe not cables. Many of them are now hydraulic. Much safer.”

Hydraulic elevators are only good for two or three floors! I know, I have one. In Trump Tower, trust me, the elevators are going up and down on cables.