Source: The Verge
Summary
Waymo has opened up its robotaxi service to the general public in Dallas, Texas, after previously operating with a waitlist. This marks the latest expansion of the company’s self-driving technology, which is also being rolled out in the U.K. and Europe. According to Waymo, the service will provide users with a safe and convenient way to get around the city without the need for human intervention. The company has been testing its technology in various locations across the United States.
Our Reading
The launch follows a familiar script.
Waymo’s robotaxi service is now available to everyone in Dallas, because what could possibly go wrong with self-driving cars in a city. The company is scaling its technology across the US, UK, and Europe, because that’s exactly what we need, more robots on the road. The service is being touted as safe and convenient, but we’ve heard that one before. Waymo’s been testing its tech in various locations, which is just a nice way of saying they’re working out the kinks. And by “kinks,” we mean the occasional crash.
Author: Evan Null
