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

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

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The Verge4 hours agoAutomotive1 min readUnited States

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

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Toyota plans to manufacture Waymo-equipped bZ4X electric SUVs on its Japanese factory lines to support upcoming robotaxi deployments in Tokyo and the UK.

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Toyota and Waymo are collaborating to integrate autonomous driving technology into Toyota's bZ4X electric SUV model.

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Toyota will assemble Waymo-equipped bZ4X electric SUVs directly on its factory line in Japan ahead of planned robotaxi rollouts in Tokyo and the UK.

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What is the specific timeline for the robotaxi rollout?
How many vehicles are planned for production?

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