Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company that aims to revolutionize mobility. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the United States, Waymo's mission is to become the world's most trusted driver. Their slogan "Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company creating a new way forward in mobility" encapsulates their vision for the future. With the Waymo Driver, they strive to enhance mobility and significantly reduce road accidents. Their recent investment of $2.50 billion in a Private Equity Round on 16 June 2021 attracted significant attention from investors. Notably, the investment came from a consortium including Andreessen Horowitz, Tiger Global Management, T. Rowe Price, Alphabet, AutoNation, Fidelity, Magna International, Perry Creek Capital, Silver Lake, and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. With a focus on Transportation, Autonomous and Sensor Tech, and Automotive industries, Waymo is poised for growth and innovation in the burgeoning autonomous vehicle sector.
Waymo begins robotaxi testing in Atlanta