Waymo Asks DoorDash Drivers to Shut Doors on Its Self-Driving Cars

Waymo, Alphabet’s self‑driving car company, has kicked off an unusual pilot in February 2026 that’s catching headlines. In Atlanta, the autonomous ride‑hail service is now alerting nearby DoorDash drivers when a robotaxi door is left open after a ride and can’t close itself. Dashers can accept the task, drive to the vehicle, shut the door, and earn a payment, even though it’s not a delivery job.