Baby Arrives in Driverless Car Mid-Journey

In a remarkable turn of events, a pregnant woman delivered her baby inside a Waymo robotaxi on Monday night as it traveled towards UCSF Medical Center. The autonomous vehicle, operating without a human driver, became an impromptu birthing suite on its journey through San Francisco. This incident highlights a surprising new chapter in the integration of self-driving technology into everyday life.

Waymo's remote operations team detected unusual activity within the vehicle and contacted emergency services. However, the robotaxi arrived at the hospital before paramedics could reach it, underscoring the efficiency of the driverless system in this critical situation. This event mirrors historical occurrences where expectant mothers have given birth in taxis and ride-share vehicles across various cities worldwide.

This is not the first time Waymo has been associated with an on-road birth; the company confirmed a similar event had previously taken place in Phoenix. A Waymo spokesperson acknowledged the rarity of such occurrences, noting that some new passengers are eager to experience their first ride, even if it means arriving unexpectedly.