Autonomous taxi operator Waymo is reportedly taking steps to introduce its self-driving fleet to Toronto, Canada, as a new testing ground, though it anticipates facing various technological, political, and environmental challenges.

An article discusses and criticizes a ban imposed by Mamdani on Waymo robotaxis, questioning the regulatory approach to autonomous vehicles.

Waymo and Waze are implementing a new, smart approach to identify and address road issues, specifically potholes, across San Francisco.

Autonomous vehicle fleets, including Apollo Go and Waymo, have experienced a "super-GAU" scenario where entire robotaxi fleets suddenly stopped due to a central error. The incident highlights the critical challenges and varied potential causes for such system failures in self-driving technology.

Waymo co-CEO Dmitri Dolgov stated that the company's driverless robotaxi technology will eventually be integrated into personal cars, particularly in areas where ride-hailing services are not commercially viable.

The former CEO of Uber stated that Waymo is leading the robotaxi race, while Tesla is attempting to achieve a "ChatGPT moment" in the industry.

Waymo's co-chief executive, Tekedra Mawakana, is working to build public trust in the safety of driverless cars, acknowledging the challenges in gaining acceptance.

Alphabet has proposed a compensation package for its CEO valued at up to $692 million, which includes incentives tied to stock price performance and the Waymo autonomous driving unit.

Alphabet boss gets bumper package of stock options tied to the share price and growth of Waymo in the next three years

A US agency is set to hold a forum focused on self-driving safety, bringing together the CEOs of prominent autonomous vehicle companies like Waymo, Zoox, and Aurora to discuss industry standards and future developments.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has stated that Waymo robotaxis were involved in new incidents where they illegally passed stopped school buses, raising concerns about autonomous vehicle safety.

Waymo, an autonomous vehicle company, reportedly failed an emergency test during a mass shooting incident in Austin, raising concerns about the safety and reliability of self-driving technology in critical situations.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has paused the statewide expansion of robotaxis to smaller cities, though Waymo retains its permit for testing autonomous vehicles in New York City.

The Alphabet-backed company, fresh off a $16 billion round of new funding, is launching commercial operations in four additional cities.

Waymo unveils cheaper sixth-generation driverless technology, expanding robotaxi service to 20 new cities this year with improved sensors and reduced costs.

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Kills Plan To Allow Robotaxi Operations Outside NYC New York Governor Kathy Hochul has withdrawn a proposal that would allow commercial robotaxi pilot operations outside New York City limits without a human safety operator in the vehicle. The decision was first reported by Bloomberg News earlier Thursday and is a major setback for Waymo as it attempts a rapid US expansion this year. Bloomberg reported: The proposal, which Hochul had included in a policy preview she presented last month, would have allowed autonomous-vehicle companies such as Waymo to apply for permission to pilot their services without human operators in the vehicle. The decision to withdraw the plan was confirmed Thursday by the governor's office to Bloomberg News. "While we are disappointed by the Governor's decision, we're committed to bringing our service to New York and will work with the state legislature to advance this issue," a Waymo spokesperson said in a statement provided to Bloomberg. Last week, Waymo co-chief executive Tekedra Mawakana told Bloomberg TV that the Hochul administration showed interest in launching robotaxis. Even if it were outside the NYC metro area, "that gives us an opportunity to grow more fans," Mawakana said, adding that some customers of the service have been requesting robotaxis within city boundaries. To note, Waymo is currently testing in NYC, but it is not yet operating a driverless commercial robotaxi service. As of early 2026, its activity includes a small fleet with safety drivers in parts of Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn. "We hear from thousands of New Yorkers who have experienced Waymo in other cities and want access to it at home," the Waymo spokesperson added. "They want the safety, privacy and comfort that riders in other major cities already enjoy." Last month, Goldman analyst Eric Sheridan provided clients with an update on the North American autonomous-vehicle (AV) rideshare market, which is quickly gaining momentum. Read the report here. "The rise in commercial autonomous vehicle deployments remains a key debate among investors and has continued to gain momentum throughout 2025. In the medium term, we believe that AV rideshare could represent a mid-single-digit percentage of total rideshare industry bookings," Sheridan said. Current robotaxi operations The lingering question: who persuaded Hochul to kill the robotaxi expansion proposal? Tyler Durden Thu, 02/19/2026 - 16:40

The Wall Street Journal examines Uber's continued relevance in the robotaxi sector despite widespread disruption concerns.

Waymo has opened its largest robotaxi depot in San Francisco's Bayview neighborhood to service its growing fleet of autonomous vehicles.

Alphabet-owned companies Waymo and Waze have announced a partnership to utilize self-driving cars to detect and track potholes, aiming to improve road maintenance.

Alphabet Inc.'s autonomous car unit, Waymo, has reached a notable milestone in its development and deployment of self-driving technology.

Passengers in a Waymo self-driving car requested medical assistance after a crash in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood, while the other driver fled the scene on foot.

Despite the race by companies like Waymo and Tesla to build robotaxi businesses, a new report suggests that fully self-driving cars face significant hurdles, making their widespread implementation almost impossible.

A Waymo autonomous vehicle in Texas was captured in a terrifying moment, stopping between railway tracks with a crossing arm on its roof as a train passed by very closely.

Tesla's robotaxi rival, Waymo, has expanded its autonomous vehicle operations to 10 cities and announced it has driven 200 million autonomous miles.

A Waymo self-driving car reportedly obstructed an ambulance responding to a deadly mass shooting in Austin, raising concerns about autonomous vehicle protocols in emergency situations.

A Waymo robotaxi reportedly blocked an ambulance responding to a mass shooting in Austin, Texas, last week, with bystander video showing the autonomous vehicle obstructing emergency services.

Paramedics rushing to the mass shooting in Austin, Texas early Sunday got blocked by a Waymo vehicle ...

Waymo, Google's self-driving car company, has begun testing its robotaxi services in Chicago to assess their performance and safety in challenging winter weather conditions.

Waymo is expanding its robotaxi service to 'select riders' in several major cities across Texas and Florida, including Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Orlando.

A price war has reportedly begun in the robotaxi industry, with Waymo reporting 1,429 incidents, 117 injuries, and two fatalities since 2021, while claiming 80% of the market.

Ducati North America CEO Jason Chinnock expresses his desire that self-driving motorcycles do not become a reality, highlighting a sentiment against autonomous technology in the motorcycle industry.

Articles discuss the societal and economic impacts of self-driving cars and robotaxis, including their potential to save lives, affect jobs, and reshape urban landscapes, with Waymo cited as a case study.

Waymo has announced the expansion of its robotaxi service, making it available to all drivers in Miami and Orlando. This move marks a significant step in the broader deployment of autonomous vehicle technology.

Waymo's launch of its autonomous driving service in Nashville prompts analysis on whether investors should buy, sell, or hold GOOGL stock, reflecting market reactions to the expansion.

Investor Ross Gerber has publicly demanded a $10,000 refund for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system if it fails to operate unsupervised. He also stated that Google's Waymo has successfully achieved autonomous driving.

Waymo has officially commenced its autonomous ride-hailing service in Nashville, expanding its presence in the self-driving vehicle market.

A user review highlights a positive experience with a Waymo autonomous vehicle ride from the airport, but criticizes the difficulties encountered in accessing the service initially.

Despite concerns about job displacement due to robotaxis, Waymo's CEO asserts that the company will continue to require human technicians and operators.

Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, is expanding its robotaxi operations by testing in 10 U.S. cities, stepping up its competition with industry leaders like Tesla and Google's Waymo.

A US agency is set to host a forum focused on self-driving safety, bringing together the CEOs of prominent autonomous vehicle companies like Waymo, Zoox, and Aurora.

The NTSB has reported new incidents where Waymo robotaxis illegally passed stopped school buses, raising concerns about autonomous vehicle safety.

The incident was confirmed by the company and local officials, raising questions about how autonomous vehicles operate around fast-moving emergency scenes

Analysts assess Tesla's Robotaxi, noting its potential cost advantage over Waymo but highlighting concerns about longer waiting times and the continued reliance on human drivers.

Significant investments are being made in autonomous driving companies, including Google's Waymo and British start-up Wayve, with car manufacturers also participating in these multi-billion dollar funding rounds.

Following a setback in New York, Waymo is set to launch its autonomous vehicle services in the largest cities across Texas, expanding its footprint in the self-driving car market.

Waymo's plans to launch robotaxi services in New York are on hold after Governor Hochul withdrew a proposal that would have legalized unsupervised robotaxis in the state.

New York Gov. Hochul's proposal saw pushback from labor unions, transit workers and rideshare drivers.

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