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Police in Northern California detained two 15-year-olds who were drinking and shooting Orbeez from a self-driving Waymo vehicle. Waymo remotely pulled the car into a parking lot after alerting law enforcement, and officers found the teens engaging in the prohibited activities. Public concern arose over surveillance and privacy, with some questioning Waymo's role in the incident.

Police in Northern California detained two 15-year-olds who were drinking and shooting water beads from a self-driving Waymo vehicle. Waymo remotely stopped the car after alerting law enforcement, and officers searched the vehicle, finding the teens engaged in the prohibited activities.

Police are waiting for video from Waymo to determine if two teenagers accused of drinking alcohol and firing an Orbeez gun from inside a self-driving vehicle will face additional charges. The incident occurred in San Mateo, California, and a Waymo representative contacted police following the event.

Waymo is set to launch fully autonomous trips on Denver streets this month, though public access to the service will be delayed. The company has confirmed the arrival of autonomous vehicles in the city but has not specified when the public will be able to use them.

Waymo will transition its autonomous vehicles to fully driverless operation in Denver and other cities soon, initially offering service to employees in areas like Five Points and Cherry Creek. The Ojai model includes snow-resistant features but has faced recalls due to incidents involving highway construction zones and emergency vehicle obstruction. Colorado officials note the company must follow traffic laws to operate legally.

Waymo, the Google-owned robotaxi company, is expanding fully autonomous operations to four new cities: San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa, and Denver. The move marks a significant step in the company's rollout of driverless ride services.

Waymo is launching a robotaxi service in Denver exclusively for its workers, with a broader release planned for later this year. The service will use a new Waymo-designed vehicle called the Ojai in Colorado.

Two 15-year-olds in California were detained by police after allegedly drinking alcohol and shooting Orbeez beads from a Waymo driverless car. The vehicle remotely locked them inside until officers arrived, leading to a high-risk traffic stop and a potential investigation into underage drinking and threatening behavior.

A delay from a state agency in California has resulted in free robotaxi rides using Waymo's new Ojai vehicle for a few more months.

Two 15-year-old passengers in a Waymo autonomous car in San Mateo consumed alcohol and used a toy gun to shoot Orbeez beads at other vehicles. A Waymo employee intervened to address the unruly behavior during the ride.

Two 15-year-olds were detained by San Mateo police after Waymo reported them for underage drinking and using Orbeez gel blasters from a driverless vehicle. The company called authorities to stop the teens' actions.

Waymo contacted San Mateo, California police to stop two 15-year-olds from underage drinking and shooting Orbeez gel blasters from their driverless vehicle. The teens were intercepted and detained by law enforcement.

Two 15-year-olds were intercepted by police and detained for underage drinking and shooting Orbeez gel blasters from a Waymo driverless vehicle. The autonomous company called San Mateo, California police to stop the teens during their joyride.

Two 15-year-olds were detained by San Mateo, California police for underage drinking and shooting Orbeez gel blasters from a Waymo driverless vehicle. The autonomous company contacted authorities to stop the teens during their unauthorized use of the vehicle.

A Waymo autonomous car transported misbehaving teen passengers to San Mateo police. The police acknowledged the scheme's ingenuity but condemned underage drinking and brandishing toy guns as 'bad ideas.'

Waymo research revealed that Austin drivers face significantly higher fatal crash risks on weekend nights. The study also found that Waymo's autonomous vehicles recorded fewer injury crashes compared to human drivers.

Two 15-year-olds were detained after Waymo reported them for underage drinking and using Orbeez gel blasters in their autonomous vehicle. The incident led to police intervention in San Mateo.

Two 15-year-olds were detained after causing 'trouble' in a Waymo self-driving SUV in California. They were reported to be drinking and 'shooting' from inside the vehicle, prompting a response from the San Mateo Police Department.

Waymo is training driverless cars at an airport in Nashville, with operations covering a 60-square-mile area. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is commenting on the training activities.

Zoox, an Amazon-owned robotaxi service, increased its share of monthly active users to 25% in the first half of 2026, up from 15%, while Waymo's share dropped to 69% from 79%. Zoox expanded operations to Austin, Miami, and expanded areas in San Francisco and Las Vegas, doubling its user base during the period.

Two 15-year-olds were detained by the San Mateo Police Department after causing 'trouble' in a Waymo self-driving SUV. The teens were reported to be drinking and 'shooting' from inside the vehicle, prompting Waymo to notify authorities and stop the car.

A Waymo autonomous vehicle in San Francisco drove into lit fireworks during Independence Day celebrations, terrifying passengers who recorded the incident. No injuries were reported, and the company stated it is evaluating the event. Possession of fireworks, including 'Safe and Sane' types, is illegal in the city.

Waymo is investigating an incident where an autonomous vehicle drove over a lit firework on July 4, causing smoke but no injuries or damage. Another unoccupied Waymo vehicle caught fire after driving over a small firework in San Francisco, while several others were towed due to battery issues during traffic congestion caused by post-fireworks events.

Several Waymo vehicles were stranded on San Francisco streets due to Fourth of July traffic gridlock, leading to drained batteries and requiring towing. The incident occurred during a traffic standstill amid Fourth of July celebrations on Saturday.

Waymo's robotaxis stalled and caused traffic congestion following San Francisco's largest fireworks show in years. One robotaxi was observed driving through an exploding firework in the Mission district.

Some Waymo robotaxis in San Francisco stalled or ran out of power during July 4th gridlock and required towing. The company attributed the disruptions to extreme traffic congestion and unplanned road closures after Golden Gate Bridge fireworks, with its roadside assistance team handling the logistics.

A Waymo autonomous vehicle encountered an exploding firework ignited by a person on a sidewalk in the middle of an intersection, leaving a passenger helpless. The incident highlights a potential safety risk for autonomous vehicles in unpredictable environments.

A video shows a Waymo autonomous car driving through an exploding firework in an intersection, causing delays. The footage, recorded by a passenger, captures a person lighting the firework on the sidewalk before it explodes as the vehicle passes.

Waymo is celebrating the Fourth of July with custom American-flag-themed robotaxi wraps and in-car displays featuring fireworks and stars. The company has a history of holiday-themed easter eggs, including an April Fools' prank involving a humming request. Waymo also highlights its role in reducing alcohol-related traffic deaths through autonomous services.

Waymo is testing driverless cars at Nashville airport with plans to expand autonomous operations. The company currently has cars driving in Nashville without a driver behind the wheel.

Waymo and Uber have ended their robotaxi pilot in Phoenix. The Waymo self-driving cars will now be used for autonomous deliveries with DoorDash.

Waymo's autonomous vehicles are assisting the City of Austin in identifying road issues, specifically potholes. This collaboration helps city crews detect problems more efficiently.

Austin is collaborating with Waymo to use autonomous vehicle data for identifying and repairing potholes. Real-time data from Waymo's self-driving cars is being shared with the city to address street conditions and prioritize problem areas.

General Motors is accelerating its development of self-driving technology for personal cars by hiring talent from competitors like Tesla, Waymo, and Cruise. The company aims to achieve eyes-off highway driving in the Cadillac Escalade IQ by 2028 and has doubled external hiring efforts since 2025 to build its autonomy team.

Waymo voluntarily recalled 3,800 autonomous vehicles due to a software issue allowing entry into closed freeway construction zones, but the company confirms this will not delay its Denver rollout timeline. Vehicles in Denver continue operating with human drivers, aiming for fully autonomous rides by late 2026. Commuters express safety concerns, while Waymo highlights its safety data showing 84% fewer crashes involving bicyclists compared to human-driven cars.

Waymo has made its ride service available to everyone in Nashville after addressing neighborhood issues and completing multiple tests. The service is open to both locals and visitors.

Waymo voluntarily recalled 3,871 robotaxis equipped with its 5th Generation Automated Driving System due to a risk of entering closed freeway construction zones, as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The article also covers debates over AI's role in U.S. classrooms and concerns about China's advancing AI capabilities.

Waymo claims its self-driving vehicles demonstrate fewer serious crashes than human drivers. The company reports improved safety outcomes in Austin after accumulating millions of miles on the road.

Uber is investing $500 million to secure robotaxis as Waymo risks leaving it behind in the race for autonomous vehicle dominance. Tesla and Waymo are competing in the robotaxi space, but Uber is the company spending heavily despite not manufacturing vehicles.

Several teens were observed dangerously dangling out of the windows of a Waymo autonomous vehicle while it traveled through busy Santa Monica traffic. The incident occurred on June 19 near 26th Street and Olympic Boulevard, with at least three juvenile boys inside the robotaxi.