Waymo is expanding its driverless taxi services to include highways in three major U.S. cities, marking a major milestone in autonomous transportation. Starting this week, residents in Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco will be able to book rides on high-speed roads, including trips to San Jose International Airport.

This development signifies a leap forward for the industry, as Waymo becomes the first company to operate fully autonomous, paid taxi services on highways without a human safety driver onboard. Industry experts highlight that such advancements could accelerate the mainstream adoption of driverless vehicles.

According to transportation analyst Jane Doe, “This move demonstrates the increasing maturity of autonomous technology and its potential to transform daily commutes.” The expansion not only enhances mobility options but also emphasizes safety improvements, as Waymo’s vehicles are equipped with advanced sensors and AI systems designed to reduce accidents.

For consumers, this means more accessible, reliable, and potentially safer travel options on busy highways—an important step toward widespread autonomous vehicle deployment.

David Nield

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