Waymo has suspended services in San Francisco after its robotaxis stalled during a recent city-wide power outage. The incident caused traffic disruptions as autonomous vehicles stopped operation.
While Waymo hasn't confirmed the exact cause, a leading theory suggests the power failure disabled traffic lights. This likely triggered Waymo's safety protocols, deeming the environment unsafe for continued driving and prompting the robotaxis to pull over.
This suspension highlights challenges autonomous vehicles face in unpredictable urban environments. The company is expected to address these system vulnerabilities. (Source: TechCrunch)
