The Los Angeles Police Department also urged people to steer clear of downtown because burning lithium-ion batteries can release toxic fumes.

Waymo’s self-driving fortunes were set back when protesters set fire to some of them during the L.A. ICE protests.

Waymo has halted its robotaxi service in Los Angeles after multiple self-driving cars were set ablaze as protests over federal immigration raids unfolded in the city. A Waymo spokesperson

Robotaxi service Waymo on Tuesday announced its autonomous ... indicated Waymo didn't consult them about the expansion. The suspension, which was for up to 120 days, was lifted in March and ...