Waymo Expands to LA Freeways, Paving Way for Faster Robotaxi Rides
Waymo begins testing its driverless fleet on Los Angeles freeways, a crucial step towards commercialization and faster ride-hailing services.
Autonomous Vehicles
Waymo May Introduce Charity Tipping Feature for Robotaxi Riders
Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle company, might be planning to introduce a feature allowing robotaxi riders to tip their ride fare to a charity of their choice.
Waymo Partners with Moove to Manage Robotaxi Fleet Operations in Phoenix and Miami
Waymo teams up with African mobility fintech Moove to handle fleet management for its robotaxi service in Phoenix and Miami, marking a significant milestone for both companies.
Waymo Robotaxis Get Stuck in Loops, Raising Concerns Over Autonomous Tech
Recent incidents of Waymo robotaxis getting stuck in loops highlight concerns over autonomous tech, with experts calling for more robust safety measures and human oversight.
Waymo Steps Up Lobbying Efforts in San Francisco Amidst Expansion Plans
Waymo increases lobbying efforts in San Francisco, meeting with officials 348 times in 2024, as it expands its self-driving taxi service and eyes airport pickups.
Waymo Surpasses 5 Million Driverless Trips, Leaving Rivals in the Dust
Alphabet-owned Waymo achieves a major milestone, completing 5 million driverless trips, with 4 million occurring in 2024 alone, solidifying its lead in the autonomous vehicle industry.
Waymo Takes Autonomous Vehicles on First International Trip to Japan
Alphabet's Waymo deploys 25 autonomous vehicles in Tokyo, partnering with local taxi companies to gather data and understand Japanese driving nuances.
Waymo to Expand Autonomous Vehicle Testing to 10 New Cities in 2025
Alphabet-owned Waymo announces plans to test self-driving cars in 10 new cities, starting with Las Vegas and San Diego, to improve generalizability and adaptability.
Waymo to Test Autonomous Vehicles in Tokyo, Marking First Foray Outside US
Alphabet's Waymo announces plans to test its autonomous vehicle technology in Tokyo, Japan, expanding its 'road trips' program beyond the US for the first time.