Waymo has opened its robotaxi service to the public in Miami, marking the company’s latest expansion as it continues to scale driverless ride-hailing across the United States.
Public Access Begins With Waitlist
Waymo said Thursday that the service will initially roll out to nearly 10,000 local residents who joined a waitlist. Access will be granted on a rolling basis.
Once approved, riders can hail a robotaxi within a 60-square-mile service area that includes neighborhoods such as the Design District, Wynwood, Brickell, and Coral Gables.
Waymo said it plans to extend service to Miami International Airport, though it did not provide a specific timeline beyond stating that the expansion is expected soon.
Testing And Phased Launch In Miami
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