Waymo Cleared to Offer Robotaxi Rides at San Jose Airport
Waymo cleared to offer robotaxi rides at San Jose airport, expanding its autonomous fleet and boosting airport ride options.
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Waymo Cleared to Offer Robotaxi Rides at San Jose Airport
Waymo Cleared to Offer Robotaxi Rides at San Jose Airport Waymo cleared to offer robotaxi rides at San Jose airport, marking a major milestone for the autonomous driving company. The approval makes San Jose Mineta International the first California airport where Waymo will officially operate. Testing will begin in the coming months, with commercial rides expected to roll out by the end of the year. Image Credits:Smith Collection/Gado / Getty Images Why San Jose Airport Matters for Waymo Expanding into airports has long been a goal for Waymo. While the company attempted to secure operations at San Francisco International back in 2023, negotiations stalled. Earlier this year, however, Waymo gained permission to manually map the major airport as a potential step toward future service. Success at Phoenix Sky Harbor Set the Stage Waymo’s airport strategy isn’t new. The company launched curbside robotaxi rides at Phoenix Sky Harbor International in 2023 and upgraded to 24/7 service in August 2024…