"Regulators Pause Waymo's California Robotaxi Expansion Plans"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
The California Public Utilities Commission has suspended Waymo's plans to expand its self-driving taxi services in Los Angeles County and Silicon Valley for up to 120 days, citing public safety concerns and the need for a staff review. Local officials have raised issues such as Waymo vehicles blocking firehouse driveways and failing to stop for traffic officers. Waymo had begun offering rides in parts of L.A. County last year and had sought authorization for local regulation of self-driving vehicles. The company claims to have reached out to various stakeholders before expanding its service area.