Waymo Robotaxi Service Resumes in San Francisco After Blackout Causes Vehicle Stalls
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Summary
Waymo suspended its robotaxi service in San Francisco after a massive blackout caused many of its autonomous vehicles to stall on city streets. The company temporarily halted operations on Saturday evening as photos and videos circulated on social media showing Waymo vehicles stranded at intersections, blocking traffic. Service was restored late Sunday afternoon after the power outage was resolved.
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Numerous photos and videos posted to social media captured Waymo robotaxis stalled on roads and at intersections as human drivers were either stuck behind them or weaved around them.
Waymo said on Saturday that it had temporarily suspended service in the city due to the blackout.
It wasn't until late Sunday afternoon that a Waymo spokesperson told TechCrunch in a statement that the company was resuming service.
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