Autonomous Vehicle Maker Waymo Halts Operations in San Antonio Following Floodwater Incident In a sudden move, Waymo, the leading developer of self-driving car technology, has initiated a recall of its autonomous vehicles after a robotaxi drove into floodwaters in April. The incident has prompted the company to temporarily limit operations in San Antonio, Texas, where the incident occurred. The decision to recall the vehicles and restrict services suggests that Waymo is taking a cautious approach to ensure public safety and mitigate potential risks associated with its autonomous technology. As the company continues to navigate the challenges of deploying self-driving cars, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of robust testing and emergency preparedness in the development of autonomous vehicles.


Waymo is recalling its autonomous vehicles following an April incident where a robotaxi drove into floodwater. The company has temporarily limited operations in San Antonio. South Korea's military is ...