All articles tagged with #waymo
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Business Insider
Business Insider's Lloyd Lee attended CES 2026 and concluded that Waymo appears to have a significant lead in the robotaxi industry, highlighting the challenges and advancements in autonomous vehicle technology, with a focus on the industry’s current state and future prospects.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
Santa Monica is seeking a court order to declare two Waymo recharging stations public nuisances due to noise and light disturbances affecting residents, with proposed restrictions on overnight operations, despite Waymo's claims of recent improvements and compliance. The city argues the nuisances disrupt sleep and daily life, while Waymo defends its efforts to mitigate issues and continues operations.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by ABC13 Houston
The City of Houston announced it will monitor areas where Waymo self-driving cars have been seen idling for days on residential streets, in response to reports of vehicles sitting for extended periods beyond the 24-hour limit allowed by city ordinance.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Futurism
Waymo's autonomous robotaxi fleet in San Francisco faces repeated setbacks, including a recent suspension due to a storm warning and incidents highlighting its struggles to handle complex city scenarios, raising concerns about the safety and practicality of widespread autonomous vehicle deployment.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by CNBC
Waymo temporarily paused its robotaxi service in the San Francisco Bay Area due to flash flood warnings and recent power outages, highlighting safety and regulatory concerns as the company plans to expand its autonomous vehicle operations in the U.S.,
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The Washington Post
A power outage in San Francisco highlights the vulnerabilities of self-driving vehicles, as a Waymo robotaxi in Los Angeles required human intervention to resolve an issue, demonstrating the ongoing need for human support in autonomous vehicle operations.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by The San Francisco Standard
PG&E and Waymo's watchdog have responded indifferently to a blackout incident, with little concern or action taken, highlighting ongoing issues in energy and autonomous vehicle sectors.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Mashable
During a widespread blackout in San Francisco caused by a power outage, Waymo suspended its driverless robotaxi service as vehicles stalled and caused traffic issues, but service resumed once power was restored. The incident highlighted challenges faced by autonomous vehicles during infrastructure failures, and Waymo is working to improve its response to such events.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by ABC7 San Francisco
A massive power outage in San Francisco caused widespread traffic disruptions and affected over 130,000 homes, leading to autonomous vehicles like Waymo's being stuck at intersections; power was gradually restored by Sunday afternoon, and Waymo resumed its services after addressing the incident.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by CNBC
Waymo has temporarily suspended its driverless ride-hail service in San Francisco due to a widespread power outage caused by a substation fire, while Tesla's ride-hailing service, which requires human drivers, remains unaffected. The outage affected about 130,000 residents, and the situation highlights ongoing challenges and competition in autonomous vehicle services.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
A major power outage in San Francisco affected 130,000 PG&E customers, caused by a fire at a substation, disrupting transportation and leaving streets dark during the holiday season. Power was mostly restored by evening, but the outage led to suspended services and stalled autonomous vehicles, prompting safety advisories from city officials. Weather forecasts predict more rain and potential outages as the holiday approaches.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by Mission Local
Waymo suspended its autonomous ride-hailing services across San Francisco during a citywide blackout caused by PG&E power outages, which led to traffic jams and Waymo vehicles getting stuck at intersections due to non-functioning traffic lights and possible remote control issues.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Financial Times
Waymo is in discussions to raise funds at a valuation of $100 billion, highlighting its significant position in the autonomous vehicle industry.
Originally Published 29 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A woman in Los Angeles discovered a stranger trapped in the trunk of a Waymo driverless car, which had occurred after a previous rider left the trunk open. The incident was captured on video and has garnered widespread attention, prompting Waymo to review their safety protocols.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by WBAL-TV
Waymo's fully autonomous ride-hailing service is expanding to Baltimore, joining St. Louis, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia, with plans to work with local officials to develop regulations and prepare for deployment, including initial manual driving to familiarize with the city.