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Waymo’s Safety Edge in Cities | Texas News
Waymo’s self-driving cars outperformed human drivers in crash rates across four major U.S. cities, with a stunning 68% reduction overall — but Austin threw a wrench in the data, showing a 4% higher crash rate, likely due to fewer miles driven and early-stage deployment. While Waymo welcomes the validation of their safety edge, local drivers in Austin report mixed experiences, with some praising the cars’ cautious stops and others citing erratic behavior in traffic. The study underscores both the promise and the persistent challenges of autonomous driving as it rolls out across America. Listen…
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