Baidu’s robotaxis froze in traffic creating chaos
Baidu’s robotaxis experienced a system failure in Wuhan, China, causing traffic disruptions and trapping passengers.Summary
Numerous Baidu Apollo Go robotaxis froze in Wuhan, China on Tuesday, causing traffic chaos and stranding passengers. Police confirmed receiving multiple reports of the vehicles stopping unexpectedly and being unable to move, leading to at least one accident. Preliminary investigations point to an unspecified “system failure” as the cause. Wuhan is a major hub for Baidu’s robotaxi program, with over 500 driverless cars deployed. While the exact number of affected vehicles is unclear, reports suggest at least 100 were impacted. The incident has sparked renewed debate about the safety of self-driving cars, particularly in China, where adoption is rapid. Baidu operates robotaxis in 26 cities globally, including partnerships with Uber in London and Dubai.
(Source：The Verge)