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Waymo Gains California-Wide Approval for Robotaxi Expansion, Including Bay Area, LA, San Diego

Autonomous vehicle pioneer Waymo has secured a major regulatory victory in California, receiving approval from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to significantly expand its robotaxi services. This greenlights Waymo to charge for fully driverless rides across 18 counties, including the entire Bay Area and Los Angeles, while also launching in new markets like San Diego and Sacramento.

August 15, 2026ElectrekWaymo

Zoox Receives Approval to Deploy 5,000 Robotaxis

Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, has secured a significant permit from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to expand its robotaxi operations. This approval allows the company to deploy up to 5,000 self-driving vehicles, expanding beyond its current testing phase to offer public rides and charge for its services. The move marks a key step in bringing fully autonomous ride-hailing to more areas.

July 31, 2026Bloomberg (Google News)Zoox