Waymo accelerates robotaxi expansion with launches in Denver, San Diego and Tampa
Waymo will begin inviting riders on a rolling basis and slowly ramp up access in the three cities, following its usual commercial playbook.
Waymo has expanded its robotaxi service to Denver, San Diego, and Tampa, adding to its 14 U.S. cities where the service is available. The company plans to invite riders on a rolling basis, gradually increasing access as it did in previous markets. Its fleet of self-driving vehicles now exceeds 4,000, including Jaguar I-Pace hatchbacks and the new Ojai minivan.
Tesla is also vying for market share in the robotaxi space, offering rides in driverless Tesla Model Y vehicles in Austin, Dallas, Houston, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. Waymo's rapid expansion, which began 18 months ago, has solidified its lead in the U.S. robotaxi market. The company previously operated in Phoenix and San Francisco before entering Los Angeles, Austin, and several other cities.
Waymo's next step involves launching services in London and Munich. The company follows a consistent approach in new markets, mapping and testing its technology, removing human safety operators, and eventually opening the service to paying riders based on local regulations.
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