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Waymo Receives Permission To Offer Rides In Sacramento And San Diego
Engadget • • business
Key Points:
- Waymo has received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to expand its robotaxi service to include Sacramento and San Diego, as well as to extend coverage in the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles.
- The CPUC's decision follows Waymo's January safety plan submission and addresses prior feedback and a temporary suspension of the request, indicating resolution of earlier concerns.
- With this approval, Waymo can operate robotaxi services in 18 counties across northern and southern California, though the rollout will be gradual and based on the company's safety framework.
- The expansion marks a significant increase in Waymo's service area, but robotaxis will not be available in all approved counties immediately.
- Engadget is seeking further confirmation from the CPUC and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
