Robotaxis' Hidden Cost: When Self Driving Dreams Meet Human Reality The autonomous vehicle revolution has been touted as a solution to transportation woes, promising reduced congestion, improved safety, and increased mobility for all.
However, behind the scenes, a different story is unfolding. As robotaxis scale at an unprecedented rate, test drivers are paying the price with their health.
Data from Waymo and Zoox shows that more than two dozen injuries have been reported among test drivers in 2024 and 2025, caused by hard braking or sudden movements made by the autonomous vehicles.