Baidu Robotaxis Experience System Failure in Wuhan, Raising Safety Concerns
A significant system failure affected Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxi service in Wuhan, China, causing numerous vehicles to become stranded on roads. According to local police, the incident occurred late on a Tuesday, with at least 100 vehicles impacted. Passengers were able to exit safely, and no injuries were reported, although some were trapped inside the vehicles for nearly two hours. The cause of the failure is under investigation. This incident has reignited discussions about the safety and readiness of robotaxi services, especially as Baidu is a major player in the autonomous driving sector in China. Previous incidents involving robotaxis, such as a vehicle falling into a construction pit in Chongqing and another catching fire in Beijing, have also raised safety concerns. 
