Waymo Pauses Robotaxis in Four Texas Cities and Atlanta over Flooded Road Risk
Waymo said 3,791 recalled vehicles still need software updates to better avoid flooded roads as it pauses service in four cities.
- On Tuesday, Waymo paused operations in Atlanta, Georgia, after an unoccupied autonomous vehicle stalled in floodwaters during heavy rain. The vehicle was later recovered, and no injuries were reported.
- Intense, unexpected rainfall caused the incident before the National Weather Service issued any warnings, as the storm's rapid onset occurred before existing operational safety measures could be triggered.
- Atlanta Fire Rescue responded to the North Avenue corridor, finding two empty vehicles stranded in the water. Crews reported no injuries and determined that no rescues were required.
- Service in Atlanta remains paused while Waymo monitors local weather and road conditions. A company spokesperson said "Safety is Waymo's top priority" for both riders and the public.
- The company is developing software updates to improve vehicle performance around flooded roads, building on operational changes implemented after a recent recall to enhance safety in adverse weather.
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Waymo pauses driverless car service in Texas ahead of potentially dangerous storms
Waymo has suspended driverless car services in Atlanta and Texas after one of its vehicles was stranded by flooding during heavy rains that will likely also hinder travel in a large swath of the U.S over the holiday weekend.
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Waymo pauses driverless car service in Atlanta and Texas ahead of potentially dangerous storms
Waymo has suspended driverless car services in Atlanta and Texas after one of its vehicles was stranded by flooding during heavy rains that will likely also hinder travel in a large swath of the U.S over the holiday weekend.
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