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New York City regulators have extended Waymo’s autonomous‑vehicle testing permit through the end of the year, allowing the company to continue operating up to eight Jaguar I‑Pace robotaxis with a human safety driver in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn. The extension keeps the original terms, including an exemption from the city’s rule requiring a hand on the wheel, and underscores Waymo’s ongoing effort to expand its robotaxi services while navigating New York’s complex licensing framework. Leer más

Waymo has obtained a Testing and Operations Pilot Permit from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), allowing the autonomous‑vehicle company to begin a three‑phase testing program at the airport. The agreement follows years of negotiations and follows recent clearance to test at nearby San Jose Mineta International Airport. The permit will let Waymo initially operate its driver‑less cars with a trained specialist onboard, later expand to employee passenger trials, and eventually offer paid rides in the airport’s Kiss & Fly area. Waymo sees SFO as a key step toward broader commercial service and further expansion in the Silicon Valley region. Leer más