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2 years ago•Source: The Verge
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A Cruise robotaxi collided with a San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Muni) bus, causing modest damage to the bus and severe damage to the robotaxi's front bumper. No injuries were reported, and the robotaxi was not carrying any passengers at the time. Cruise is investigating the incident and will take follow-up actions if appropriate. This incident highlights the need for Cruise to further optimize its robotaxi fleet in San Francisco for real-world use. Additionally, a recent incident involving fallen trolley wires during a high-wind storm highlights the importance of real-world testing and edge case training for robotaxis to help ensure their safe operation.