Now A Woman Has Given Birth In A Waymo - CleanTechnica

A woman recently gave birth while riding in a Waymo robotaxi en route to the University of California–San Francisco Medical Center, marking at least the second known instance of childbirth occurring in a Waymo vehicle. This incident highlights questions about how closely Waymo staff monitor passengers inside their autonomous vehicles, whether AI systems alert human operators to emergencies, and the overall safety of robotaxis in handling unexpected health or safety crises such as assaults or medical emergencies. Waymo reportedly responds quickly by calling 911 when staff detect such situations. Separately, the article discusses legal developments regarding robotaxi traffic violations in California. In 2026, a new state law will allow police to issue moving violation tickets to autonomous vehicle companies, addressing challenges like the inability to ticket a driverless car for illegal maneuvers. The law aims to establish procedures and penalties for robotaxi companies, reflecting California’s proactive approach to regulating emerging autonomous vehicle technologies. The article contrasts this forward-looking stance with other states, implying California is leading in