Waymo Begins Passenger Rides in Ojai Robotaxi
TL;DR. Waymo is now offering free passenger rides in its new ZEEKR-built Ojai minivan, featuring sixth-generation autonomous driving technology. - The Ojai robotaxi uses real-world data collection from select riders before paid services begin. - It replaces the Jaguar I-Pace fleet, which used Waymo’s fifth-generation autonomous system. - This marks the debut of Waymo’s Gen 6 tech, with future models planned with Hyundai and Toyota.
- Waymo pilots sixth-generation autonomous tech with Ojai minivan passenger rides.
- Initial free rides in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix gather critical passenger experience data.
- Ojai replaces Jaguar I-Pace, featuring fewer sensors and a purpose-built design for autonomy.
- Future Waymo vehicles will integrate Gen 6 tech with Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Toyota models.
Sources
- cnbc.com — cnbc.com
- wired.com — wired.com
- cnet.com — cnet.com
- Waymo to begin passenger rides in its new Ojai robotaxi — theverge.com
- techcrunch.com — techcrunch.com
- engadget.com — engadget.com