Waymo Begins Testing Self-Driving Vehicles without Backup Drivers
Alphabet Inc.’s Waymo autonomous driving development unit is offering test rides for consumers in a self-driving Chrysler Pacifica hybrid-electric minivan that has no backup driver onboard.
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Alphabet Inc.’s Waymo autonomous driving development unit is offering test rides for consumers in a self-driving Chrysler Pacifica hybrid-electric minivan that has no backup driver onboard.
Waymo has tested the automated Pacificas in 24 cities across the U.S. Most of the demonstrations have occurred on public roads in five states: Arizona, California, Michigan, Texas and Washington. Until now, all tests with passengers have included a backup driver.
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