Waymo admits remote human drivers from overseas intervene in unusual situations

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February 10, 2026

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Waymo admitted its robotaxis aren’t always driving themselves. When the cars run into an unusual situation, remote human drivers often step in to help, according to chief safety officer Mauricio Peña. The company confirmed during a recent Senate hearing that some of these remote operators are in the U.S., but plenty are contractors working overseas […]