Waymo Halts Service in San Francisco as Cars Stall at Intersections

Blackout exposes robotaxi emergency gaps

A widespread power outage in San Francisco that led to Waymo robotaxis stalling and snarling traffic earlier this month has raised concerns about the readiness of autonomous vehicle operators to tackle major emergencies like earthquakes and floods. Driverless taxis from Alphabet unit Waymo, a ubiquitous feature on the city's streets, were stuck at intersections with their hazard lights turned on as traffic lights stopped working following a fire…

Waymo explains why its robotaxis got stuck during the SF blackout

The company also said its robotaxis navigated more than 7,000 dark stoplights successfully on Saturday.

Waymo to update software after jam amid power loss

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After San Francisco power breakdown, Waymo to update its robotaxis' software

Following a widespread power breakdown in San Francisco that stalled the entire fleet of Waymo robotaxis, the Alphabet-owned ride-hailing company has announced an update to its self-driving software to enhance emergency response...

Waymo to update robotaxis after San Francisco outage

Alphabet ⁠unit Waymo says it will update software used to operate its self-driving vehicles and improve its emergency response protocols after its robotaxis stalled in parts of San Francisco on Saturday.

Waymo plans to update software across fleet after San Francisco power outage

Waymo updates self-driving car software and emergency protocols after San Francisco blackout disrupted service.