https://preview.redd.it/fg44qijqn04h1.png?width=1200&format=png&auto=webp&s=ed24262481003d80c24f4283622f408e0fdb9e85 Alphabet’s self-driving division Waymo is preparing to launch passenger rides in its new Ojai robotaxis in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Phoenix. The boxy blue minivans are custom-built for autonomous driving rather than modified from human cars. According to WIRED, the base vehicle is built in China by Geely’s Zeekr brand and shipped to Waymo’s Arizona facility. The autonomous software, 13 cameras, 6 radars, and 4 lidar sensors are integrated on US soil to avoid telematics bans. Waymo spokesperson Sandy Karp confirmed the company plans to build tens of thousands of these autonomous vehicles annually. Rides will be free initially because the firm lacks regulatory permission to charge fares for the new models. Regulator Terrie Prosper noted that the California Public Utilities Commission will decide on fare approval by June 27. The commission has questioned Waymo about handling unaccompanied minors and emergency operations during power outages. Source: https://www.wired.com/story/here-comes-ojai-waymos-new-chinese-made-robotaxi/ submitted by /u/andrewaltair
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