Waymo driverless cars overrun Atlanta neighborhood, circling cul-de-sacs and alarming families with kids
Atlanta's Buckhead neighborhood was overrun by empty Waymo driverless cars circling through cul-de-sacs due to a routing behavior issue.
TL;DR
- Empty Waymo driverless cars are repeatedly circling cul-de-sacs in Atlanta's Buckhead neighborhood.
- Residents express concerns about safety due to the constant traffic, especially with children and pets present.
- Waymo admits vehicles are staged in areas where they are frequently hailed but states this should not negatively impact residents.
- The company claims to be working with its fleet partner to resolve the routing behavior issue.
- Waymo has faced other recent challenges, including a recall of nearly 4,000 vehicles due to a glitch related to standing water, and past investigations into alleged traffic violations.