Waymo and Zoox test drivers sustain injuries from autonomous vehicle movements
Test drivers for autonomous vehicle companies Waymo and Zoox have sustained over two dozen injuries in 2024-2025, including sprains, pain, and whiplash caused by hard braking and sudden movements from the self-driving vehicles. The injuries were documented in reports submitted to OSHA, raising safety concerns as robotaxi technology continues to scale. This data highlights potential risks faced by test drivers during the development and testing phases of autonomous vehicle technology.
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Sprains, pain, and whiplash: Waymo and Zoox test drivers are getting hurt as robotaxis scale
Test drivers for autonomous vehicle companies Waymo and Zoox have sustained over two dozen injuries in 2024 and 2025 from sudden vehicle movements such as hard braking, according to OSHA data reviewed by TechCrunch. These incidents highlight safety concerns as robotaxi companies continue to scale their operations and test autonomous driving technology. The injuries range from sprains and pain to whiplash, raising questions about the readiness and safety protocols of autonomous vehicle systems.
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