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A Waymo robotaxi collided with a blue sedan on Venice Boulevard in Pico-Union around 5:45 a.m., injuring several people including a pedestrian and sending two to hospitals as investigators work to determine the sequence of events. Waymo says it is coordinating with first responders and prioritizing safety while the investigation continues.
Waymo is weighing an exit from its robotaxi partnership with Uber as competition grows, planning to operate independently in Austin and Atlanta starting January 2028 when the contract permits, while Phoenix has already split from the arrangement. Uber and Waymo continue to interface in remaining markets and are adjusting to regulatory and strategic shifts, including potential competition in London.
A robotaxi, also known as robot taxi, robo-taxi, self-driving taxi or driverless taxi, is an autonomous car operated for a ridesharing company.