Waymo Self-Driving Car Malfunction Causes Passenger to Miss Flight
Waymo Self-Driving Car Malfunction Causes Passenger to Miss Flight
A recent incident involved a passenger named Mike Johns who was en route to the Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix using a Waymo self-driving car. The car unexpectedly got stuck driving in circles within the airport parking lot. This malfunction caused significant delay, nearly causing Johns to miss his flight back to Los Angeles.Johns recorded the incident, capturing the car circling repeatedly. He expressed frustration and concern about the situation, highlighting the potential risks and inconveniences associated with such malfunctions in autonomous vehicles. The incident has raised questions about the reliability and safety of Waymo's self-driving technology.This event is not an isolated case. There have been previous reports of Waymo vehicles experiencing similar issues, such as getting stuck in parking lots and causing disturbances. These incidents have led to investigations and concerns over the operational reliability of Waymo's driverless cars.Overall, the incident underscores the ongoing challenges and public skepticism surrounding the deployment of autonomous vehicle technology in real-world scenarios.
