wire / 2026-08-04-11ad
Waymo Robotaxi Malfunction Causes Passenger Distress in Santa Monica
The Waymo took the wrong road and would not let anyone else take the wheel. Passengers finished the trip on foot.
The facts
A Waymo autonomous taxi in Santa Monica, California, malfunctioned by taking an incorrect route and failing to allow human override, leaving passengers distressed and forcing them to exit the vehicle in the street. The incident highlights safety concerns with AI-driven transportation systems.