Waymo Begins Autonomous Vehicle Testing in Munich

ALPHABET INC-CL A subsidiary Waymo will begin testing autonomous vehicles in Munich in the coming weeks, targeting a commercial ride-hailing rollout in Germany by late 2027. The expansion follows a $16B funding round earlier this year that valued the robotaxi operator at $126B. Waymo's entry into the European market sets the stage for direct competition with established players operating across the region.