Waymo Expands Robotaxi Fleet to Denver and Seattle with Zeekr Vans
Waymo, Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle company, is accelerating its U.S. expansion by bringing its self-driving fleet to Denver and Seattle . Starting this week, the company will deploy both the Jaguar I-Pace SUV and the Zeekr-made van , initially with human drivers before activating its autonomous technology. The move marks a significant milestone as Waymo tests its vehicles in extreme-weather conditions . Unlike Phoenix or Los Angeles, Denver and Seattle bring challenges like snow, rain, and strong winds — critical for fine-tuning the company’s autonomous driving systems. Waymo plans to launch commercial robotaxi trips in Denver in 2025 , while Seattle will follow “as soon as permitted.” This expansion reflects Waymo’s growing footprint, with over 2,000 robotaxis already operating across the U.S. , including: 800 in San Francisco Bay Area 500 in Los Angeles 400 in Phoenix 100 in Austin Dozens in Atlanta Looking ahead, Waymo is preparing to roll out services in Da...