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Waymo Expands Robotaxi Testing to Three New Cities

11/21/2025

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Waymo LLC, Alphabet's self-driving unit, will test its robotaxi in Minneapolis, Tampa, and New Orleans with human drivers.
Waymo aims to launch fully autonomous operations in these cities in 2026.
Waymo plans to expand to 15 cities by 2026.
Waymo operates in warmer climates, including preparations for winter conditions in Minneapolis, Detroit, and Denver.
Minnesota legislators express bipartisan support for Waymo, with no public-ride timeline provided.

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Waymo LLC, Alphabet's self-driving unit, will test its robotaxi in Minneapolis, Tampa, and New Orleans with human drivers.
Waymo aims to launch fully autonomous operations in these cities in 2026.
Waymo plans to expand to 15 cities by 2026.
Waymo operates in warmer climates, including preparations for winter conditions in Minneapolis, Detroit, and Denver.
Minnesota legislators express bipartisan support for Waymo, with no public-ride timeline provided.