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Waymo rolls out new Ojai robotaxi with reduced sensors

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Waymo has launched its new purpose-built robotaxi, the Ojai, in California and Arizona. This van-sized vehicle, manufactured by Zeekr, is equipped with Waymo's 6th-generation Driver software, which reduces sensor count and expands operational capabilities to snowy cities like Chicago. The Ojai represents a significant step for Waymo, moving beyond retrofitted consumer cars to a dedicated autonomous vehicle platform. AI

IMPACT Waymo's new Ojai robotaxi, featuring reduced sensor counts and expanded operational capabilities, could accelerate the deployment of autonomous ride-sharing services.

RANK_REASON This is a new product launch from an established player in the autonomous vehicle space, but not a frontier AI model release.

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Waymo rolls out new Ojai robotaxi with reduced sensors

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Lawrence Bonk) ·

    Ojai is Waymo's new driverless vehicle

    Waymo is debuting Ojai, its first purpose-built robotaxi

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