Waymo Plans Commercial Robotaxi Service Launch in London by 2026
Summary
Waymo announces plans to launch a commercial robotaxi service in London by 2026, beginning testing of self-driving Jaguar I-Pace vehicles on public roads as the Alphabet-owned company expands internationally beyond its current U.S. operations.
Key Points
- Waymo announces plans to launch a commercial robotaxi service in London in 2026, marking the Alphabet-owned company's second international expansion after Tokyo
- The company begins testing all-electric Jaguar I-Pace vehicles equipped with self-driving technology on London's public roads with human safety drivers before transitioning to driverless operations
- Waymo partners with Moove to handle fleet operations in London, similar to its partnership strategy in other markets like Phoenix, Austin, and Atlanta