Driverless Taxis Display Human-Like Behaviors on San Francisco Streets

Driverless cars in San Francisco are showing human-like behaviors, such as impatience, indicating increased intelligence in robotaxis. University of San Francisco engineering Professor William Riggs observed a Waymo car creeping forward at a pedestrian crossing before the person had crossed. This behavior hasn’t previously been seen in robotic cars, though Waymo says it aims for assertiveness in order to blend into the environment and be more predictable. The company has faced challenges in balancing following traffic laws and transporting customers efficiently. Data shows 696 crashes involving Waymo since 2021, with one incident involving the death of a small dog. Tesla’s self-driving taxi launch in Austin is delayed due to concerns raised regarding the Full Self-Driving program. (Dailymail)