Waymo Expands Autonomous Operations in San Francisco, Eases Travel to Daly City Amid Honking Concerns

Aug 12, 2024, 03:52 PM

Waymo is expanding its autonomous vehicle operations in San Francisco, following successful tests on Phoenix freeways. The company announced that its employees will now have access to fully autonomous rides on San Francisco freeways. This development comes as Waymo plans to start testing its driverless robotaxis on freeways in the San Francisco Bay Area, after receiving regulatory approval in March. This expansion is expected to make travel to Daly City easier. However, the expansion has not been without issues. Residents in San Francisco have reported disturbances caused by Waymo's robotaxis, which have been honking their horns during early morning hours while parking, creating a noisy environment.