Waymo Robotaxi Stalls During SF Blackout, Sparking Safety Concerns

A widespread power outage in San Francisco caused Waymo robotaxis to stall, leading to traffic disruptions and raising questions about autonomous vehicle readiness during crises. Waymo acknowledged the issue, citing system overloads and delays in remote checks, and is implementing software updates.

• Waymo robotaxis stalled during San Francisco power outage.
• Outage caused by PG&E substation fire on December 20, 2025.
• Waymo cited system overloads and remote check delays.
• Incident raises concerns about AV readiness during emergencies.
• Waymo implementing software updates and improving protocols.
• California regulators investigating the event.

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