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Waymo Ojai
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Waymo Ojai

by WaymoUS

Purpose-built robotaxi based on modified Zeekr electric van with 6th-gen Driver. Features auto doors, spacious interior, entertainment displays.

DeployStage 4 of 5

Paid rides in Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles since 2026; expanding to Denver, San Diego.

Updated 5d agoChecked 10 Oct1 update this week

Milestones

Next · Ojai service expands to San Diego, Denver, and additional cities
  1. Waymo rebrands next-gen Zeekr-based robotaxi as OjaiJan 2026Complete.
  2. Ojai shown at CES 2026 with 6th-gen Driver systemJan 2026Complete.
  3. Free public rides begin in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and PhoenixMay 2026Complete.
  4. First paid Ojai rides in Las Vegas14 Sep 2026Complete.
  5. Ojai service expands to San Diego, Denver, and additional citiesTarget Q4 2026Current milestone.

Most important updates

Upcoming

  1. Q4 2026Ojai service expands to San Diego, Denver, and additional cities (next)
  2. Q4 2026Expansion to Phoenix, Denver, Las Vegas, San Diego
  3. 2027Additional U.S. city launches in 2027
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