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Waymo Driverless Taxis Become Protesters' New Favorite Target
A visible emblem of ire has emerged from the protests in Los Angeles: graffitied, burning Waymos.
Vandalism and torched cars are a hallmark of many riots, and Los Angeles is no exception. In 2020, protesters defaced and burned police cars as protests over the death of George Floyd in police custody turned violent. Now electric, driverless vehicles have been summoned to protest scenes via the Waymo app. The resulting EV fires burn hotter than traditional car fires and are potentially more hazardous.
