Research by Waymo has shed light on crash risks in Austin, revealing a significant increase in fatal crashes on weekend nights.

This study compared the safety records of human drivers and autonomous vehicles in the area. According to the findings, autonomous vehicles had fewer injury crashes than human-operated vehicles.

Further details on the study can be found through KXAN, for residents of Barton Creek and surrounding areas interested in learning more about the research and its implications for road safety in Austin.