Waymo Zeekr test vehicle crashes into parked cars near Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles
[COLLISION]Jan 25, 2026 · Zeekr · Zeekr RT (Ojai) · San Francisco
Failure Mode
COLLISION
Event Date
Jan 25, 2026
Primary Entity
Zeekr
Robotic Platform
Zeekr RT (Ojai)
Jurisdiction / Location
San Francisco
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
A Waymo test vehicle based on a Zeekr model crashed into multiple parked cars on a residential street near Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Surveillance video shows the vehicle veering off course and slamming into the parked cars, narrowly missing residents. The vehicle was in manual (human-driven) test mode at the time. Investigation was underway.
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Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
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https://www.motortrend.com/news/waymo-test-vehicle-crashes-into-parked-cars-los-angeles
https://www.motortrend.com/news/waymo-test-vehicle-crashes-into-parked-cars-los-angeles
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Waymo Zeekr test vehicle crashes into parked cars near Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles?
A Waymo test vehicle based on a Zeekr model crashed into multiple parked cars on a residential street near Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Surveillance video shows the vehicle veering off course and slamming into the parked cars, narrowly missing residents. The vehicle was in manual (human-driven) test mode at the time. Investigation was underway.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on January 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 Zeekr test vehicle crashes into parked cars near Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles?
Zeekr RT (Ojai) by Zeekr is the recorded robot involved in this incident at San Francisco.
Has anyone responded to Waymo Zeekr test vehicle crashes into parked cars near Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles?
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 Zeekr test vehicle crashes into parked cars near Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.