As Waymo resumes self-driving tests, backup drivers are still worried about the virus

Posted on May 11, 2020 in Editor’s Picks

Waymo is planning to resume testing its autonomous vehicles in Arizona on May 11th, nearly two months after pausing its robotaxi service as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. But some of the company’s backup drivers are worried that Waymo may be rushing back into service too quickly.