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NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 28, 2026San Diego

Waymo launches autonomous taxi service in San Diego

Waymo is expanding its driverless taxi service to San Diego, following its initial operations in Phoenix. The service utilizes autonomous vehicles to provide transportation without a human driver present.

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Why It Matters

Residents of San Diego will have access to a new ride-hailing service, changing the available transportation options within the city.

Key Facts

  • Waymo is officially launching its driverless taxi service in San Diego.
  • Waymo has been operating autonomous taxi services in Phoenix for six years.
  • The service uses autonomous vehicles that do not require a human driver.

Who's Mentioned

organizationAlphabet“Parent company of Waymo”other200“Million miles of autonomous experience”other500“Meters of sensor range”organizationWaymo“Autonomous taxi service provider”other40“Square miles of the initial service area”organizationZeekr“Manufacturer of the autonomous vehicles”locationPhoenix“The city where Waymo began operations six years ago.”other500,000“Weekly paid trips reported by Waymo”personSandy Karp“Waymo representative”locationSan Diego“City where the service is launching”