Human Intervention

Waymo is using DoorDash couriers and roadside assistance workers to close doors on its autonomous vehicles, a logistical workaround for a seemingly simple problem. This partnership, confirmed by Waymo, allows their self-driving taxis to resume service quickly. While Waymo plans future automated solutions, this highlights the current reliance on human intervention for advanced autonomous systems, even as the company expands its operations and invests heavily in its technology.