Waymo robotaxi struck in hit-and-run collision on first day of Charlotte operations
[COLLISION]Feb 25, 2026 · Waymo · Waymo Driver (6th gen) · Sacramento, California, USA
Failure Mode
COLLISION
Event Date
Feb 25, 2026
Primary Entity
Waymo
Robotic Platform
Waymo Driver (6th gen)
Jurisdiction / Location
Sacramento, California, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On Waymo's first day of operations in Charlotte, NC, a manually driven Waymo vehicle with a human trainer aboard was struck by another vehicle in a hit-and-run on the 500 block of W. Fourth Street near Truist Field. The other vehicle crossed a double yellow line, cut off the Waymo, then reversed into it before fleeing.
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Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.govtech.com/transportation/in-charlotte-s-c-a-bumpy-debut-for-waymo-robotaxis
https://www.govtech.com/transportation/in-charlotte-s-c-a-bumpy-debut-for-waymo-robotaxis
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Waymo robotaxi struck in hit-and-run collision on first day of Charlotte operations?
On Waymo's first day of operations in Charlotte, NC, a manually driven Waymo vehicle with a human trainer aboard was struck by another vehicle in a hit-and-run on the 500 block of W. Fourth Street near Truist Field. The other vehicle crossed a double yellow line, cut off the Waymo, then reversed into it before fleeing. No injuries reported and the Waymo vehicle sustained no damage. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department filed an incident report.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on February 25, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Waymo robotaxi struck in hit-and-run collision on first day of Charlotte operations?
Waymo Driver (6th gen) by Waymo is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Sacramento, California, USA.
Has anyone responded to Waymo robotaxi struck in hit-and-run collision on first day of Charlotte operations?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Waymo robotaxi struck in hit-and-run collision on first day of Charlotte operations?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.