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Artificial intelligence

Tourist In SF For Conference Ends Up Stuck In Weird Waymo Garage Limbo

A Tesla Executive Just Gave A Brutal Assessment Of Full Self-Driving

Tesla's self-driving tech is currently two years behind Waymo.

Tesla's future robotaxi promises may not be as close as anticipated.

fromTESLARATI

15 hours ago

Cars

Tesla Robotaxi wins over firm that said it was 'likely to disappoint'

14 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

Tourist In SF For Conference Ends Up Stuck In Weird Waymo Garage Limbo

more#self-driving

#robotaxi

Ahead of Protests, Waymo Scales Back Robotaxi Service Nationwide

Waymo is temporarily limiting its robotaxi services due to anticipated protests across several US cities.

Waymo and Uber are giving some riders early access to Atlanta robotaxi service | TechCrunch

Waymo and Uber's robotaxi service will begin in Atlanta with select customers ahead of a public launch this summer.

Waymo gets OK to expand robotaxi service into more of Silicon Valley | TechCrunch

Waymo's robotaxi service expands, indicating growth of autonomous ride-hailing in California.

Tesla's robotaxi will compete with Waymo in Austin. Here's how the two companies compare.

Tesla launches robotaxi service in Austin, challenging Waymo's dominance in self-driving technology.

Elon Musk criticizes Waymo's costs and effectiveness while promoting Tesla's capabilities.

How Austin became the robotaxi capital of America

Austin is becoming a hub for robotaxi companies as autonomous vehicle technology matures and regulations become more favorable.

Cars

How Waymo Handles Footage From Events Like the LA Immigration Protests

Ahead of Protests, Waymo Scales Back Robotaxi Service Nationwide

Waymo is temporarily limiting its robotaxi services due to anticipated protests across several US cities.

Waymo and Uber are giving some riders early access to Atlanta robotaxi service | TechCrunch

Waymo and Uber's robotaxi service will begin in Atlanta with select customers ahead of a public launch this summer.

Waymo gets OK to expand robotaxi service into more of Silicon Valley | TechCrunch

Waymo's robotaxi service expands, indicating growth of autonomous ride-hailing in California.

Tesla's robotaxi will compete with Waymo in Austin. Here's how the two companies compare.

Tesla launches robotaxi service in Austin, challenging Waymo's dominance in self-driving technology.

Elon Musk criticizes Waymo's costs and effectiveness while promoting Tesla's capabilities.

How Austin became the robotaxi capital of America

Austin is becoming a hub for robotaxi companies as autonomous vehicle technology matures and regulations become more favorable.

Cars

How Waymo Handles Footage From Events Like the LA Immigration Protests

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#autonomous-vehicles

fromSlate Magazine

It's Robotaxi Summer. Buckle Up.

Waymo's safe driverless taxis could redefine urban transport in America.

Autonomous vehicle company Waymo cleared to operate in San Jose

Waymo can operate its driverless vehicle fleet in San Jose, setting a historic precedent for commercial autonomous services in the city.

fromArs Technica

Protesters summon, burn Waymo robotaxis in Los Angeles after ICE raids

Waymo suspended service in LA after protests led to vandalism of its vehicles amidst tensions surrounding ICE raids.

Waymo Is Far From Done With The Jaguar I-Pace

Waymo is expanding its autonomous fleet with 2,000 more Jaguar I-Pace EVs by 2026.

fromLos Angeles Times

Waymo vehicles set on fire in downtown L.A, as protesters, police clash

Protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles escalated, resulting in vandalism and arson of Waymo self-driving taxis.

fromSan Jose Inside

San Jose Welcomes Arrival of Waymo's Autonomous Taxi Fleet

Waymo receives approval to provide autonomous passenger services in San Jose, marking an expansion of its operations in the Bay Area.

fromSlate Magazine

It's Robotaxi Summer. Buckle Up.

Waymo's safe driverless taxis could redefine urban transport in America.

Autonomous vehicle company Waymo cleared to operate in San Jose

Waymo can operate its driverless vehicle fleet in San Jose, setting a historic precedent for commercial autonomous services in the city.

fromArs Technica

Protesters summon, burn Waymo robotaxis in Los Angeles after ICE raids

Waymo suspended service in LA after protests led to vandalism of its vehicles amidst tensions surrounding ICE raids.

Waymo Is Far From Done With The Jaguar I-Pace

Waymo is expanding its autonomous fleet with 2,000 more Jaguar I-Pace EVs by 2026.

fromLos Angeles Times

Waymo vehicles set on fire in downtown L.A, as protesters, police clash

Protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles escalated, resulting in vandalism and arson of Waymo self-driving taxis.

fromSan Jose Inside

San Jose Welcomes Arrival of Waymo's Autonomous Taxi Fleet

Waymo receives approval to provide autonomous passenger services in San Jose, marking an expansion of its operations in the Bay Area.

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#electric-vehicles

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Why Waymo Cars Burned So Completely in the Recent Los Angeles Protests

Protesters in Los Angeles incinerated multiple Waymo robotaxis, leading to devastating thermal runaway reactions that obliterated the vehicles due to their battery composition.

The destruction resulted from the intense energy stored in lithium-ion batteries, causing a chain reaction during fires that reached extreme temperatures.

Cars

China's Geely is officially bringing its luxury EV startup Zeekr private | TechCrunch

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Why Waymo Cars Burned So Completely in the Recent Los Angeles Protests

Protesters in Los Angeles incinerated multiple Waymo robotaxis, leading to devastating thermal runaway reactions that obliterated the vehicles due to their battery composition.

The destruction resulted from the intense energy stored in lithium-ion batteries, causing a chain reaction during fires that reached extreme temperatures.

Cars

China's Geely is officially bringing its luxury EV startup Zeekr private | TechCrunch

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#driverless-cars

Alternative transportation

Waymo Robotaxis Are Better Than Human Drivers. But Not Everywhere

US politics

As Waymo Debuts in Philadelphia, It May Want to Look Into the Time Furious Locals Tore Apart an Adorable Robot

Alternative transportation

Waymo Robotaxis Are Better Than Human Drivers. But Not Everywhere

US politics

As Waymo Debuts in Philadelphia, It May Want to Look Into the Time Furious Locals Tore Apart an Adorable Robot

Silicon Valley

Waymo is winning in San Francisco

Toronto startup

Waymo Cars Catch on Fire

Alternative transportation

Waymo's Self-Driving Taxis Have a Hilarious Problem That's Driving People Bananas

fromThe Mercury News

Cars

San Francisco bicyclist sues over crash involving 2 Waymo cars

Tech industry

The Teens Are Taking Waymos Now

Silicon Valley

Waymo is winning in San Francisco

Toronto startup

Waymo Cars Catch on Fire

Alternative transportation

Waymo's Self-Driving Taxis Have a Hilarious Problem That's Driving People Bananas

fromThe Mercury News

Cars

San Francisco bicyclist sues over crash involving 2 Waymo cars

Tech industry

The Teens Are Taking Waymos Now

more#self-driving-cars

Tesla's FSD vs. Waymo's robotaxi: One pulled a move that would tank any driving test

Waymo's driver technology outperformed Tesla's FSD in a recent test despite the latter's advancements.

fromInsideHook

3 weeks ago

Cars

Ford's CEO Has Good Things to Say About Waymo

E-Commerce

Waymo vs. Tesla: What's the Top Ridesharing Stock?

Tesla's FSD vs. Waymo's robotaxi: One pulled a move that would tank any driving test

Waymo's driver technology outperformed Tesla's FSD in a recent test despite the latter's advancements.

fromInsideHook

3 weeks ago

Cars

Ford's CEO Has Good Things to Say About Waymo

E-Commerce

Waymo vs. Tesla: What's the Top Ridesharing Stock?

Waymo Hiring For a "Public Affairs Specialist" in Los Angeles While People Are Settings Its Cars on Fire

Waymo is recruiting a community and public affairs specialist amid protests against its self-driving vehicles, linking them to broader issues of state surveillance.

fromThe Verge

How burning Waymos became the image of the LA protests

Robotaxis, seen as surveillance devices, are targeted during protests, reflecting public discontent with technology's role in society.

fromTheregister

Black Lives Matter

Waymo robotaxis set on fire by LA protestors

Silicon Valley

Waymo expands driverless service on Peninsula

Waymo Hiring For a "Public Affairs Specialist" in Los Angeles While People Are Settings Its Cars on Fire

Waymo is recruiting a community and public affairs specialist amid protests against its self-driving vehicles, linking them to broader issues of state surveillance.

fromThe Verge

How burning Waymos became the image of the LA protests

Robotaxis, seen as surveillance devices, are targeted during protests, reflecting public discontent with technology's role in society.

fromTheregister

Black Lives Matter

Waymo robotaxis set on fire by LA protestors

Silicon Valley

Waymo expands driverless service on Peninsula

more#technology

A study shows Waymo is more expensive than Uber and Lyft, but some people are willing to eat the extra costs

"The average price of a Waymo ride is $20.43, which is $5.99 more than an average Lyft ride and $4.85 more than an average Uber ride."

Alternative transportation

Waymo Halts Service in LA as Vandals Keep Setting Its Robotaxis on Fire

Protests against deportations led to the vandalization of Waymo vehicles in downtown Los Angeles.

Waymo suspends robotaxi rides near LA protests after 5 cars are set ablaze

Waymo suspended its LA robotaxi service after five vehicles were vandalized during immigration protests.

San Francisco

Waymo Suspends Service In Parts of SF and LA After Its Cars Were Vandalized In ICE Protests

Waymo halts service in selected areas of San Francisco and Los Angeles due to vandalism during protests.

Waymo robotaxis, Lime e-scooters set ablaze during LA protests | TechCrunch

Waymo robotaxis and Lime e-scooters were vandalized during protests in Los Angeles against immigration raids.

Los Angeles

Waymo robotaxis, Lime e-scooters set ablaze during LA protests | TechCrunch

Waymo Halts Service in LA as Vandals Keep Setting Its Robotaxis on Fire

Protests against deportations led to the vandalization of Waymo vehicles in downtown Los Angeles.

Waymo suspends robotaxi rides near LA protests after 5 cars are set ablaze

Waymo suspended its LA robotaxi service after five vehicles were vandalized during immigration protests.

San Francisco

Waymo Suspends Service In Parts of SF and LA After Its Cars Were Vandalized In ICE Protests

Waymo halts service in selected areas of San Francisco and Los Angeles due to vandalism during protests.

Waymo robotaxis, Lime e-scooters set ablaze during LA protests | TechCrunch

Waymo robotaxis and Lime e-scooters were vandalized during protests in Los Angeles against immigration raids.

Los Angeles

Waymo robotaxis, Lime e-scooters set ablaze during LA protests | TechCrunch

more#protests

How Waymo got caught in the crossfire of Los Angeles ICE protests

Waymo vehicles were targeted and set on fire during Los Angeles ICE protests, reflecting tensions over immigration policies.

#san-francisco

Alternative transportation

Could cars be returning to San Francisco's Market Street?

San Francisco

Last Week, This Week: Queer Caribbean Sound, KQED Talk, Native Arts Fest, Succulent Expo

Alternative transportation

Could cars be returning to San Francisco's Market Street?

San Francisco

Last Week, This Week: Queer Caribbean Sound, KQED Talk, Native Arts Fest, Succulent Expo

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#san-jose

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Silicon Valley

Waymo gets green light for San Jose amid South Bay expansion

Silicon Valley food

2025 Bars & Clubs: Survey of Silicon Nightlife

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Waymo gets green light for San Jose amid South Bay expansion

Waymo has received approval to offer driverless taxi services from San Francisco to San Jose, marking a significant expansion of its ride-hailing operation.

Silicon Valley food

2025 Bars & Clubs: Survey of Silicon Nightlife

Waymo's driverless cars may transform San Jose's nightlife experience by providing convenient transportation.

Day Around the Bay: Sergey Brin Settles Private Plane Wrongful Death Suit

Garbo Chang, 59, died after running into the waves at Ocean Beach while chasing after his dog.

Waymo recalled 1,200 self-driving taxis for a software update after an NHTSA investigation.

Sergey Brin has settled a wrongful death lawsuit related to a plane crash involving two pilots.

Supervisor Jackie Fielder proposes May 22 as El Farolito Day to honor a cherished taqueria.

#self-driving-vehicles

fromNew York Post

Waymo recalls more than 1,200 robotaxis over software glitch linked to crashes with roadway barriers

Waymo recalled 1,200 self-driving vehicles due to a software issue that could increase crash risks.

Cars

Waymo recalls 1,200 robotaxis following low-speed collisions with gates and chains | TechCrunch

fromNew York Post

Waymo recalls more than 1,200 robotaxis over software glitch linked to crashes with roadway barriers

Waymo recalled 1,200 self-driving vehicles due to a software issue that could increase crash risks.