Self-Driving Taxi Saves Dog in Santa Monica

Santa Monica Self-Driving Car Prevents Accident: A Waymo Success Story A Waymo self-driving taxi recently demonstrated its safety capabilities in Santa Monica, California, by successfully avoiding a collision with a dog. The incident, captured on a nearby security camera, shows the vehicle swiftly braking to prevent an accident. Christian Shenouda, an eyewitness, described the event: "The dog ran into the street, and the Waymo stopped just in time. It was amazing!" Waymo confirmed that their autonomous vehicles are equipped with multiple sensors designed to monitor the surroundings, allowing for such quick reactions. Lucas Kulma, the dog's owner, stated, "I saw the whole thing, and I can't believe he didn't get hit." This incident highlights the potential of self-driving technology to improve road safety, raising hopes for a future with fewer accidents caused by human error. The dog, Trevor, was unharmed, returning happily to his yard.