Woman gives birth in Waymo self-driving taxi

Self-driving Waymo taxis, previously in the news for negative incidents, have recently celebrated a positive event as a woman gave birth in one of their vehicles while en route to a hospital. The Waymo team detected unusual activity and alerted emergency services, ensuring the mother and newborn arrived safely. This was not the first baby delivered in a Waymo taxi, as the company highlights their role in significant life moments. Despite ongoing scrutiny, Waymo’s autonomous taxis continue to operate in San Francisco and other areas.

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