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Waymo’s next robotaxi is a purpose-built Toyota bZ4X

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Waymo announced today that when it launches a robotaxi service in Tokyo in 2027, it will use Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles that are assembled in Japan. The news builds on the strategic partnership between Waymo and Toyota which was first announced in April 2025. The robotaxis will be built entirely

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Waymo’s next robotaxi is a purpose-built Toyota bZ4X. Waymo announced today that when it launches a robotaxi service in Tokyo in 2027, it will use Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles that are assembled in Japan. The news builds on the strategic partnership between Waymo and Toyota which was first announced in April 2025. The robotaxis will be built entirely Covered by 1 publications. The Verge: Waymo’s next robotaxi is a purpose-built Toyota bZ4X.

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  1. The Verge United States Waymo’s next robotaxi is a purpose-built Toyota bZ4X Waymo announced today that when it launches a robotaxi service in Tokyo in 2027, it will use Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles that are assembled in Japan. The news builds on the strategic partnership between Waymo and Toyota which was first announced in April 2025. The robotaxis will be built entirely 2 h ago · Tier 2

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