A newly released video captures a self-driving vehicle from Waymo navigating a closed urban roadway and weaving through a Denver farmers market, demonstrating the technology’s ability to operate in dynamic, real-world environments. The footage highlights the robotaxi’s path through pedestrian-heavy areas, where it appears to follow traffic rules and avoid obstacles autonomously. Observers note the unusual setting, as farmers markets typically present challenges for autonomous systems due to unpredictable movement and tight spaces. The clip raises questions about public safety and regulatory oversight as testing expands into more complex public scenarios.
New video shows a Waymo robotaxi driving down a closed road and through a Denver farmers market.
