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Phoenix Police Stop Driverless Waymo Car in Viral Video

Officer encounters driverless vehicle navigating wrong lanes, connects with remote operator for resolution.

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Overview

  • Body cam footage captures the car rolling down its window automatically during the stop.
  • The Waymo vehicle drove into oncoming traffic and ran a red light before being pulled over.
  • Waymo attributes the incident to inconsistent construction signage that confused the car's navigation system.
  • The car did not receive a ticket as the officer could not issue a citation to a computer.
  • Waymo emphasizes its commitment to safety and detailed mapping for autonomous driving.