Waymo plans Singapore robotaxi launch by 2028
Waymo has announced it will begin operating its robotaxi service in Singapore by 2028, marking the company's first move into Southeast Asia. Waymo's vehicles are scheduled to arrive in the city-state within months for mapping and testing. Full service for the public will require approval from Singapore's transport authorities, who mandate rigorous safety assessments before deployment.
- Waymo targets Singapore launch in 2028
- Testing with human safety drivers in 2027
- Service needs approval from local transport authority
- Singapore already hosts other AV pilots
- Vehicles to arrive for preparatory work within months
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