Waymo starts a public robotaxi service in Los Angeles: A new time for self-driving technology.


Waymo starts a public robotaxi service in Los Angeles: A new time for self-driving technology.

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Waymo starts a public robotaxi service in Los Angeles: A new time for self-driving technology.

Waymo, a self-driving car company, is now open to everyone in Los Angeles. People can request a ride using the Waymo One app in a large area of the city.

Waymo started in San Francisco and then offered limited rides in Los Angeles. The company has been giving rides in Phoenix, Arizona since 2020.

Waymo is becoming popular and now gives over 150,000 rides per week. This success helped them get more money from investors to grow their business.

While Waymo is popular, it might still be losing money. Other companies like Tesla and Cruise are also trying to start their own robotaxi services.

Waymo is seen as very safe, having driven millions of miles without serious accidents. They are partnering with Uber to expand their service to more cities.


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Where is Waymo now open to everyone?

Waymo is now open to everyone in Los Angeles.

How many rides does Waymo give per week?

Waymo gives over 150,000 rides per week.

Is Waymo considered safe?

Yes, Waymo is seen as very safe, having driven millions of miles without serious accidents.


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