Event Brief
Waymo opens next-gen Ojai robotaxi to all riders in 3 cities
By The BriefBrief · Sources (7)
Filed: Aug 20, 2026 at 12:06 AM ET
Summary: Waymo has opened its next-generation robotaxi, the Waymo Ojai, to all riders in Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco, with matching to the Ojai when customers hail a ride. The company says it has about 300 Ojais in its commercial fleet and plans to roll out the Ojai in Denver, Las Vegas, and San Diego later this year.
WHO: Waymo
WHAT: Waymo opened its next-generation Ojai robotaxi to all riders in Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco and said it will expand to additional cities later this year.
WHEN: Aug 19, 2026 at 6:25 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To expand its robotaxi fleet with vehicles designed to be cheaper to build, operate, and maintain.
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