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Waymo Pauses Robotaxi Service Due to Software Issues

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 22, 2026
Duration
1:42
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Last updated
May 23, 2026

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Waymo, Alphabets self-driving car company, temporarily halts robotaxi service in five US cities due to software issues causing vehicles to drive into flooded roads. They recall nearly 4,000 robotaxis and work on new software safeguards. Public concerns rise following recent autonomous vehicle incidents. Waymo monitors weather and expects to resume service…

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Waymo, Alphabets self-driving car company, temporarily halts robotaxi service in five US cities due to software issues causing vehicles to drive into flooded roads. They recall nearly 4,000 robotaxis and work on new software safeguards. Public concerns rise following recent autonomous vehicle incidents. Waymo monitors weather and expects to resume services once software issues are resolved. Additionally, they suspend freeway services in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Miami, evaluating

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