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Waymo says self-driving cars show fewer crashes than humans
Summary by Barton Creek News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ethan Love , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 25, 2026
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Key points Further information on the safety performance of Waymo's self-driving vehicles in Austin can be found through KXAN. In the Austin area, self-driving vehicles have been accumulating millions of miles on the road.
In the Austin area, self-driving vehicles have been accumulating millions of miles on the road. According to Waymo, these vehicles have demonstrated a safer driving record compared to human drivers.
The company reports that its self-driving cars have been involved in fewer serious crashes. This trend is observed in the safety outcomes in Austin, where the vehicles have been operating.
Further information on the safety performance of Waymo's self-driving vehicles in Austin can be found through KXAN.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
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