Toyota and Waymo to roll out driverless robotaxis in Japan in 2027

Next phase of partnership to be base for large-scale commercial deployment Through the partnership, the companies plan to deploy a fleet of electric SUVs with Waymo driving technologies in addition to taxi specifications typical for Japan. (Toyota Motor) NAGOYA, Japan — Toyota Motor and Waymo will start operating autonomous robotaxis in Japan in 2027 using the bZ4X electric vehicle under plans announced Friday, with an eye toward later expanding into the U.K. and elsewhere.

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