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Waymo Launches Robotaxi Service Amid Safety Investigation

1/30/2026

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Waymo LLC began a robotaxi service to and from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) for a limited group of riders.
The service will gradually expand to all users over the coming months with pickups and drop-offs at the SFO Rental Car Center.
The expansion positions Waymo in direct competition with Uber and Lyft for airport rides.
Federal authorities are investigating after a Waymo vehicle struck a child in Santa Monica.
Waymo aims to enhance its service and compliance as it scales operations in the Bay Area and beyond.

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Story summary

Waymo LLC began a robotaxi service to and from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) for a limited group of riders.
The service will gradually expand to all users over the coming months with pickups and drop-offs at the SFO Rental Car Center.
The expansion positions Waymo in direct competition with Uber and Lyft for airport rides.
Federal authorities are investigating after a Waymo vehicle struck a child in Santa Monica.
Waymo aims to enhance its service and compliance as it scales operations in the Bay Area and beyond.