Waymo recalls thousands of robotaxis after some vehicles entered freeway construction zones

Waymo is recalling nearly 3,900 robotaxis after their self-driving software repeatedly failed to recognize ramp closures and construction zones in incidents in Arizona and California, according to a recall notice posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  The recall comes after Waymo reviewed incidents that occurred in April and May in Phoenix and the San … Read more

Los Angeles police chase ends in fatal shooting of suspect on 405 Freeway

The freeways of Los Angeles saw two big police pursuits on Friday. The first chase ended when authorities reported that a robbery suspect was shot and killed on the busy 405 Freeway during morning rush hour. In the second incident, an alleged carjacker was taken down by a police K-9 following a meandering three-hour chase. … Read more