Waymo Partners with Toyota to Deploy bZ4X Robotaxis in Japan and the U.K.
Waymo has expanded its partnership with Toyota to supply autonomous electric vehicles for international robotaxi operations. Starting next year, Waymo will test Toyota bZ4X models in Japan, with plans to eventually deploy them in other right-hand drive markets like the United Kingdom. Under the agreement, Toyota will manufacture specialized 2027 bZ4X vehicles at its Takaoka factory in Japan, integrating Waymo's self-driving technology directly into the hardware. While currently focused on ride-hailing services, the companies are exploring broader applications, including bringing autonomous technology to consumer-owned Toyota vehicles and improving road safety through infrastructure integration.
Topics: automotive manufacturing autonomous driving electric vehicles international expansion robotaxi
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