The potential collaboration aims to jointly develop a self-driving vehicle platform that may serve as the foundation for a future robotaxi service and enhance Toyota’s next-gen consumer vehicle offerings.

The discussions, still in their infancy, were announced via a Waymo blog post. Both companies emphasised the exploratory nature of the agreement and confirmed that the scope of their collaboration will evolve through ongoing dialogue.

“We’re excited to explore how our complementary strengths can drive innovation in autonomous mobility,” Waymo stated. Toyota echoed this vision, with Executive Vice President Hiroki Nakajima highlighting the shared mission. “We are dedicated to achieving a world free of traffic accidents and delivering accessible mobility for everyone. Waymo shares our deep commitment to safety and innovation in automated driving,” he said.

Waymo, Alphabet’s autonomous driving subsidiary, currently operates its robotaxi services in cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Austin, with plans to launch in Atlanta soon. Traditionally managing all aspects of its operations—from vehicle maintenance to customer experience—Waymo has recently started delegating some logistical responsibilities to partners.

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For instance, in cities like Austin and soon Atlanta, Waymo has teamed up with Uber. Under the “Waymo on Uber” model, Waymo continues to handle technical oversight and customer support, while Uber and its affiliate, Avomo, oversee vehicle cleaning, charging, and depot logistics.

Meanwhile, the autonomous vehicle (AV) sector continues to gain momentum globally. In India, established automakers like Mahindra and Tata Motors, alongside startups such as Flux Auto, Flo Mobility, and Robots, are actively innovating to bring autonomous mobility to the forefront.

This early-stage collaboration between Waymo and Toyota could mark a pivotal step toward safer, smarter, and more inclusive transportation systems worldwide.

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