Waymo Debuts Driverless Robotaxis in Los Angeles

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Waymo Debuts Driverless Robotaxis in Los Angeles
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Around 50 driverless robotaxis are debuting across Los Angeles on Thursday, and supporters hope the ride in California's largest city won't be as bumpy as it's been in other parts of the state.

Waymo , part of Google 's parent company, is responsible for the latest ride-share option. It started driving robotaxis in San Francisco last year. It also has them in Phoenix. Around 50 driverless robotaxis are debuting across Los Angeles on Thursday, and supporters hope the ride in California's largest city won't be as bumpy as it's been in other parts of the state. A promo video featuring Waymo employees on their first driverless rides in L.A. tried to generate excitement.

In the run-up to its L.A. debut, there have been lawsuits and protests by Teamsters members outside the company's local office in October

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