Waymo, Zoox and Tesla Robotaxis Record Riders via Cameras and Microphones

Waymo, Zoox and Tesla robotaxis are equipped with cameras and microphones that record rides and can share data with law enforcement and regulators. Waymo has already halted rides, including one after detecting a gun-like object and another after mistaking a 35-year-old for a minor.

• Waymo, Zoox and Tesla use cameras and microphones inside robotaxis
• Waymo may share collected data with law enforcement and regulators
• Waymo aborted a teen ride over a gun-like object
• A 35-year-old Waymo rider had to confirm his age mid-ride