Waymo is expanding its operations to London, where it plans to test its robotaxi service. This move marks the company's first venture into the international market for autonomous vehicle services, aiming to gather data and insights for future deployments.

Waymo has begun testing its autonomous robotaxi service in Japan, marking its first international expansion. The initiative aims to leverage local partnerships and adapt to the unique driving conditions in the country, showcasing advancements in self-driving technology and the potential for global deployment.

Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit, is now providing over 250,000 paid robotaxi rides weekly in the U.S., showing growth from 200,000 in February due to expansions in Austin and the San Francisco Bay Area. CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the company's evolving business model and partnerships with Uber and automakers, while also noting the competition from Tesla and other autonomous vehicle firms.

Waymo and Toyota have announced a preliminary partnership to explore integrating Waymo's autonomous technology into personally-owned vehicles, aiming to accelerate the development of driver assistance and self-driving features. This collaboration follows Waymo's previous partnerships with multiple automakers and comes as the company continues to expand its ride-hailing services. Additionally, the partnership does not interfere with Waymo's plans to deploy other vehicle brands in its fleet.

Waymo is increasing its production of robotaxis at a new factory located in Arizona. This expansion aims to enhance their fleet of autonomous vehicles, responding to growing demand for ride-hailing services. The factory is expected to significantly boost their operational capacity and efficiency in the competitive autonomous transport market.

Amazon's Zoox has launched its first robotaxi service on the Las Vegas strip, entering a competitive market currently led by Waymo. The unique electric vehicle, designed from the ground up without traditional car elements, aims to provide a distinctive passenger experience, with plans for expansion into other cities following regulatory approval.

Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana announced that the company has completed 10 million paid trips, doubling its numbers in just five months. Despite being part of Alphabet's "Other Bets" unit and not yet profitable, Waymo is focusing on building a sustainable business while facing competition from Tesla's upcoming robotaxi service. Mawakana emphasized the importance of safety in their operational approach.

Waymo, Google's autonomous taxi service, has surpassed 10 million rides, showcasing its rapid growth in cities where its self-driving cars operate. The California Public Utilities Commission regularly publishes data reflecting the increasing presence of these vehicles, highlighting Waymo's significant advancements in the self-driving industry.

Tesla has applied to test its Robotaxi vehicles in Phoenix, Arizona, aiming to expand its autonomous vehicle operations following the lead of Waymo. The company is currently piloting its robotaxis in Austin, Texas, but has faced challenges, including incidents of road rule violations. A decision on Tesla's Arizona application is expected by the end of July.