Waymo announces the start of testing its fully autonomous passenger cars without a human driver on freeways in Phoenix, Arizona. This initiative will soon assist Waymo One riders in reaching their destinations safely and efficiently.

Initially, Waymo will offer rider-only trips to its employees on Phoenix freeways, followed by availability to Waymo One riders, offering them faster and more efficient journeys. For instance, a journey from Sky Harbor Airport to the northern parts of Scottsdale can be 50% quicker using AZ-101 instead of city streets.

The company aims to expand its ride-hailing service to additional cities, focusing on providing safe and enjoyable transportation for its riders.