Waymo has launched its new Ojai robotaxi, based on Geely's Zeekr division, for public use in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. The Ojai offers a spacious interior with large sliding doors and a flat floor, designed for passenger comfort and ease of entry/exit. While the vehicle provides a pleasant ride and good visibility, some users have noted the sound system is merely adequate and the ride quality is rougher than expected for a self-driving car. The Ojai is Waymo's sixth-generation hardware, featuring fewer sensors than its previous i-Pace model but still ample for autonomous operation. AI
IMPACT Waymo's Ojai launch expands public access to autonomous ride-hailing, potentially increasing adoption and competition in key markets.
RANK_REASON Product launch of a robotaxi service by an established player.
- Baidu Apollo
- Cruise Bolt
- Cruise Origin
- Geely
- Hyundai Ioniq 5
- Jaguar i-Pace
- Los Angeles
- Motional
- Ojai
- Phoenix
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Waymo
- Zeekr
- Zoox
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