"Waymo Recalls Self-Driving Software After Robotaxis Crash Into Towed Truck"
TL;DR
Waymo is recalling and updating the software for its robotaxi fleet after two vehicles crashed into the same towed pickup truck in Phoenix, Arizona. The company described the crashes as "minor" and stated that no passengers were in the vehicles at the time, with no injuries reported. The recall comes amidst increased scrutiny on self-driving cars, with Waymo's rival operator Cruise also facing operational challenges following a crash. The recall could intensify public pressure on Waymo as autonomous vehicle fleets are under scrutiny from cities, citizens, and government agencies.
- Waymo recalls and updates robotaxi software after two cars crashed into the same towed truck TechCrunch
- Waymo issues a voluntary recall on its self-driving vehicle software CNBC
- Two Self-Driving Waymo Taxis Get Confused By A Pickup Being Towed Backwards, Crash Into It The Autopian
- Waymo issued a recall after two robotaxis crashed into the same pickup truck Engadget
- Self-Driving Car Company Waymo Issues First-Ever Recall After Two Phoenix Crashes The Wall Street Journal
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