Autonomous driving in five new cities
4 days ago
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- Waymo introduces fully autonomous driving in five new cities: Miami, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando.
- Operations begin in Miami today, with the other four cities following in the coming weeks, ahead of rider services starting next year.
- Waymo's autonomous driving technology is powered by demonstrably safe AI and a proven operational playbook.
- The company's approach involves validating performance against a baseline and refining AI to handle local nuances, leading to continuous improvement.
- Waymo's data shows its autonomous vehicles are involved in 11 times fewer serious injury collisions compared to human drivers.
- Beyond technology, Waymo has developed a playbook for operating autonomous fleets and provides industry-leading rider support.
- The company is committed to earning trust through engagement with policymakers, regulators, and community partners.
- Waymo emphasizes continuous iteration, validation, and local engagement to ensure safety and quality as it expands.