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On November 6, 2026, Waymo described how its autonomous vehicles handle winter conditions. According to information released by Waymo, the vehicle sensors have built-in heaters and miniature wipers to keep them clean in icy conditions; the Waymo Driver can detect real-time changes in road grip and adjust steering, braking, and acceleration accordingly. Waymo also uses simulation testing to reproduce challenging road conditions such as black ice and whiteout weather, and when necessary slows down, restricts service, or suspends operations. This description is currently a unilateral release by Waymo, with no independent reporting or subsequent developments from other sources.
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Waymo Uses Heaters and Tiny Wipers to Cope with Ice and Snow
Waymo explains how its autonomous vehicles handle winter conditions: sensors have built-in heaters and tiny wipers to stay clean in icy conditions; the Waymo Driver can detect real-time changes in road grip and adjust steering, braking, and acceleration. Waymo also uses simulation testing to reproduce challenging road conditions such as black ice and whiteout weather, and slows down, limits service, or suspends operations when necessary.