A mob vandalized and torched a Waymo self-driving car in San Francisco
A Waymo self-driving car was vandalized and set on fire by a crowd in San Francisco, marking the most destructive attack on driverless vehicles in the US so far
Videos of the incident show people celebrating China's Lunar New Year by setting off fireworks, with individuals jumping on the car's hood and breaking its windshield [ more ]
Waymo's robotaxi service set to expand into Los Angeles
Waymo, part of Google's parent company, is introducing around 50 driverless robotaxis in Los Angeles, with prior experience in San Francisco and Phoenix.
Labor leaders in Los Angeles express concerns about job loss and safety issues associated with introducing robotaxis, citing incidents in San Francisco and emphasizing that the technology may not be ready for widespread adoption. [ more ]
Waymo's application to expand California robotaxi operations paused by regulators | TechCrunch
Waymo's application to expand robotaxi service in LA and San Mateo counties suspended for 120 days by CPUC's CPED.
This suspension doesn't affect Waymo's ability to operate commercially in San Francisco or limited areas in LA, but delays expansion aspirations until June 2024. [ more ]
Waymo's robotaxi expansion plan for Peninsula delayed by regulator
Waymo's driverless service expansion down the Peninsula faces a regulatory delay due to public safety concerns and the need for further staff review by the California Public Utilities Commission.
Support and opposition towards Waymo's expansion plan from various organizations and cities, with concerns mainly focusing on public safety incidents involving Waymo and its rival Cruise. [ more ]