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Waymo, Alphabets self-driving car company, temporarily halts robotaxi service in five US cities due to software issues causing vehicles to drive into flooded roads. They recall nearly 4,000 robotaxis and work on new software safeguards. Public concerns rise following recent autonomous vehicle incidents. Waymo monitors weather and expects to resume services once software issues are resolved. Additionally, they suspend freeway services in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Miami, evaluating car performance in construction zones. Waymo handles over 500,000 trips weekly, aiming to expand services despite ongoing safety challenges.

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