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Waymo’s cheaper, next-gen robotaxi is now open to all riders in these three cities

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per TechCrunch, Waymo is opening its new, lower‑cost robotaxi named Ojai to any rider in three U.S. cities. The vehicle is a key part of the company’s effort to expand scale and reach profitability. It marks the first time the service is available to the general public in those locations.

Source: https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/19/waymos-cheaper-next-gen...

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