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Alphabet's Waymo gets California nod for robotaxi expansion in San Francisco Bay Area

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Alphabet's Waymo gets California nod for robotaxi expansion in San Francisco Bay Area

Alphabet's Waymo has received approval to expand its robotaxi operations across the San Francisco Peninsula and further south to San Jose. Though approved, Waymo will expand services gradually, without immediate action. It currently operates over 1,500 vehicles, conducting 250,000 weekly rides across several U.S. cities. Amid increased regulatory scrutiny following a competitor's accident, Waymo will recall over 1,200 vehicles to update software. Tesla plans a similar service rollout soon.

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Hollywood's newest star is the Waymo robotaxi

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Business Insider · 1y ago

Hollywood's newest star is the Waymo robotaxi

Waymo, the Alphabet-owned autonomous driving company, has been granted approval by the California Public Utilities Commission to operate driverless vehicles in Los Angeles and parts of the Bay Area. This comes despite opposition from cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco. Waymo plans to deploy its commercial Waymo One service in these areas. The company has faced criticism for incidents such as blocking roads, but has also received support from advocacy groups. Waymo emphasizes its commitment to a careful and incremental approach to expanding its robotaxi service, working with officials and communities.

Waymo can now charge for robotaxi rides in LA and on San Francisco freeways

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Waymo can now charge for robotaxi rides in LA and on San Francisco freeways

Waymo has received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to operate a commercial robotaxi service in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Peninsula, and on San Francisco freeways. This approval allows Waymo to charge for rides in these expanded areas and grants access to new territory, including San Francisco International Airport. The CPUC's decision comes after a 120-day review period and the receipt of 81 responses and five protests. Waymo has already been operating a commercial service in San Francisco and offering free driverless rides in parts of Los Angeles.

Waymo robotaxi to begin driverless services for employees in Austin

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Waymo robotaxi to begin driverless services for employees in Austin

Alphabet's autonomous driving division, Waymo, announced plans to launch driverless passenger services in Austin, Texas for its employees. The expansion comes as rival company Cruise, owned by General Motors, suspended its US operations following a pedestrian accident. Waymo will initially offer services in 43 square miles of the city, including downtown Austin, and plans to open its ride-hailing program, Waymo One, to the public at a later date. This move marks Austin as Waymo's fourth ride-hailing city, joining San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles. Waymo has obtained approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to provide fully driverless robotaxi services in Los Angeles and nearby cities. Both Waymo and Cruise have faced challenges and criticisms related to collisions and public backlash.

Tesla to expand robotaxis to San Francisco area within two months, Musk says - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Tesla to expand robotaxis to San Francisco area within two months, Musk says - The Economic Times

Tesla plans to expand its robotaxi service to the San Francisco Bay Area in one to two months, pending regulatory approval, according to CEO Elon Musk. The service, crucial to Tesla’s future amid slumping electric vehicle sales, recently launched a test run in Austin, Texas. Expanding faces challenges from high costs, tight regulations, and Tesla’s need for multiple permits in California. The successful rollout is integral to Tesla's valuation tied to advances in autonomous technology.

Waymo has grown 20-fold in under two years: Google CEO Sundar Pichai

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Waymo has grown 20-fold in under two years: Google CEO Sundar Pichai

Waymo, Alphabet's self-driving unit, now operates over 200,000 robotaxi rides weekly, marking 20-fold growth in under two years, according to Google CEO Sundar Pichai. Currently active in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Phoenix, Waymo plans to expand to Austin, Atlanta, and Miami. Collaborating with Uber, they aim to launch commercial services in Austin and Atlanta by 2025. Uber will manage vehicle logistics, while Waymo maintains technology oversight, with potential competition from Tesla envisioned.

Amazon's robotaxi startup Zoox to scale up production for US expansion: FT report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Amazon's robotaxi startup Zoox to scale up production for US expansion: FT report

Amazon's self-driving start-up Zoox plans to increase production in 2024 for a U.S. commercial rollout of its robotaxi fleet. A new facility in California's Bay Area will expand its capability beyond its current Fremont site. Zoox aims to launch rides in Las Vegas, followed by San Francisco, with plans to scale up to produce hundreds and eventually thousands of custom-built robotaxis. The expansion comes amid evolving U.S. regulations for autonomous vehicles.

Alphabet says Waymo may offer robotaxis for personal ownership in future

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Alphabet says Waymo may offer robotaxis for personal ownership in future

Alphabet's CEO Sundar Pichai suggested that Waymo's self-driving taxis might become available for personal ownership eventually. Currently, Waymo operates 700 vehicles, including 300 in San Francisco, collecting fares with its autonomous fleet. Unlike Waymo's costly sensor-based system, Tesla's self-driving technology relies solely on cameras and AI to keep costs lower. Tesla plans to launch robotaxi services across several U.S. states this year. Meanwhile, Waymo focuses on growth through partnerships with firms like Uber and automakers including Hyundai.

Waymo robotaxi to begin driverless services for employees in Austin

Reuters · 1y ago

Waymo robotaxi to begin driverless services for employees in Austin

Alphabet's self-driving car subsidiary, Waymo, announced that it will launch driverless passenger services for its employees in Austin, Texas, starting Wednesday. The services will cover 43 square miles of the city and will be extended to the public in the future, making Austin the fourth city where Waymo offers its ride-hailing program, Waymo One. The expansion comes as Waymo's key competitor, Cruise, has suspended operations following a pedestrian-dragging accident. Waymo recently received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to start its driverless robotaxi services in Los Angeles and nearby cities.

Alphabet’s Waymo to offer self-driving rides in Silicon Valley

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

Alphabet’s Waymo to offer self-driving rides in Silicon Valley

Alphabet's Waymo is launching self-driving rides in Silicon Valley, starting with a few cities near its Mountain View headquarters. Initially available to select residents, it plans to expand in a 27-square-mile area including Mountain View, Los Altos, Palo Alto, and parts of Sunnyvale. Currently offering over 200,000 weekly paid rides in existing markets like San Francisco and Los Angeles, Waymo aims to promote seamless, safer, and sustainable transportation while working on cost-effective technology advancements.

Waymo launches driverless rides for employees in Austin

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Waymo launches driverless rides for employees in Austin

Waymo, the autonomous vehicle company, will begin allowing its self-driving cars to operate in Austin without a safety operator behind the wheel. The company will first shuttle its employees around a specific area of the city before opening up the program to the public. This follows Waymo's recent approval to start charging for rides in expanded territories in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. Waymo has not provided a specific timeline for offering autonomous rides to the citizens of Austin and will become the fourth city where its autonomous vehicles will be in operation.

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