Waymo, the leading autonomous vehicle company, has confirmed that its self-driving ride-hailing service, Waymo One, will arrive in Washington, DC in 2026. This expansion is part of its ongoing effort to bring fully autonomous driving to major cities across the United States.
The announcement marks an important step forward in the race toward mass adoption of autonomous vehicles. Although Waymo already operates successfully in cities like San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles, its foray into the U.S. capital presents an additional challenge: the need to amend local laws that currently require a driver in autonomous vehicles.
To make this expansion possible, Waymo will work closely with legislators and local authorities to adjust regulations and allow the operation of self-driving vehicles on Washington streets. As part of this process, Waymo will also collaborate with traffic safety agencies to ensure its service is safe for both passengers and pedestrians .
What will Waymo’s robotaxis offer in Washington?
Through its Waymo One app, DC residents will be able to access on-demand autonomous transportation. This service will transform the way citizens navigate the city, especially in an urban environment characterized by congested traffic and ever-growing infrastructure.
According to Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana, Waymo One is changing the way people navigate cities, offering convenience, safety, and efficiency on every trip. The company highlights its safety record as one of its key selling points, citing insurance data showing its self-driving vehicles cause less property damage and injuries than human-driven cars.
We’re excited to bring the convenience, consistency, and safety of Waymo One to Washingtonians, those who work and play in the city every day, and the millions of people around the world who travel to the District each year.
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Waymo’s robotaxi service will not only be available in DC soon; Waymo also plans to bring its technology to new cities like Atlanta and Miami, solidifying its presence with more than 200,000 autonomous rides per week across the country.
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