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Aug 16, 2026
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to 18 California Counties, Aims for 1 Million Rides
Waymo has won approval to expand its autonomous ride-hailing service across 18 California counties, covering all speeds, zones, and weather conditions. The company plans to leverage its growing robotaxi fleet to exceed one million paid rides by year-end, signaling major scaling in the EV autonomy space.
Sarah Mitchell