Burglar reportedly used Waymo robotaxi to escape in San Francisco
Waymo Vehicles Cause Concern in Atlanta A resident in Atlanta recorded a troubling video showing many Waymo driverless cars looping around a serene neighborhood for several hours. Technology expert Kurt Knudsson expresses serious worries about this “AI takeover,” particularly when it comes to the safety of children. He points out that the lack of human […]
Waymo’s Ojai robotaxi designed for passengers will soon offer free rides.
Empty Waymo Vehicles Fill Atlanta Neighborhood An Atlanta local recently recorded a concerning video showing numerous Waymo self-driving cars repeatedly circling a quiet area for hours. Technology expert Kurt Knudsson expresses serious safety worries, particularly for children, stressing Waymo’s alarming absence of human oversight and corporate responsibility related to potential malfunctions of these autonomous vehicles. […]
Waymo suspends robotaxi service on highways nationwide due to safety issues.
Waymo Suspends Highway Service for Robotaxi Fleet Waymo has decided to temporarily halt highway service in several U.S. markets for its robotaxi service, primarily to address performance issues at construction sites. This information was confirmed by FOX Business. The company, which is a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., announced on Thursday that it will pause highway […]
Robotaxi Disruption: 50 Waymo Self-Driving Cars Drive in Circles Around Atlanta Neighborhood for Extended Periods
Waymo Robotaxis Stir Concerns in Atlanta Suburb In a quiet Atlanta neighborhood, about 50 autonomous Waymo robotaxis have been looping around a residential cul-de-sac for extended periods, raising safety concerns for local families and disrupting the usual calm of the area. Residents on Battleview Drive have observed their normally serene street transform into a gathering […]
Waymo’s Robotaxi Service Suspended in San Antonio Due to Vehicle Being Carried Off by Floodwaters
Waymo Suspends Operations in San Antonio Following Flood Incident SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Waymo, a self-driving taxi service owned by Alphabet Inc., has temporarily halted its operations in San Antonio after one of its unmanned vehicles was swept away during low tide at an intersection on Monday night. This suspension comes at an inconvenient time, […]
Lucid introduces a two-seat robotaxi that doesn’t have a steering wheel or pedals.
Lucid recently presented a concept for a two-seater robotaxi that lacks both a steering wheel and pedals. Alongside this, the electric vehicle manufacturer has initiated subscriptions for its new self-driving technology during an Investor Day Event on Thursday. This announcement suggests a solid commitment from Lucid towards fully autonomous vehicles, potentially bringing it into direct […]
Governor Kathy Hochul pulls back on plans for robotaxi expansion in New York
New York City has decided to halt the expansion of its robotaxi service to areas outside of the city. Governor Kathy Hochul has retracted her plan to introduce robotaxi services in smaller towns across the state, meaning that for now, self-driving options will only be available in New York City. If you’re in Buffalo, Rochester, […]
Waymo dominates the robotaxi industry with 15 million self-driving trips in 2025
In some American cities, you can now summon a driverless car through an app, taking you to your destination without any small talk or awkward moments. No incorrect turns, no need for tips, and certainly no lingering smells from cigarettes. In San Francisco, a Waymo ride averages about $8.17, whereas a human-driven Uber costs around […]
Tesla’s Robotaxi Fleet Has a Crash Rate Four Times Greater Than That of Human Drivers
Tesla’s Self-Driving Cars in Austin Facing High Crash Rates Data submitted to federal safety regulators reveals that Tesla’s self-driving vehicles in Austin, Texas, experience crashes at a rate four times higher than those driven by humans. This information was shared in a report from Tesla to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The fleet, […]
Teamsters call for Waymo to be removed from California roads after a robo-taxi strikes a child
Teamsters Call for Suspension of Waymo Taxis After Child Incident On Monday, the Teamsters union requested that California suspend Waymo’s self-driving taxi services indefinitely. This comes after one of Waymo’s vehicles hit a 5-year-old child near an elementary school in Santa Monica. The largest labor union in the state expressed frustration with the situation, urging […]