Waymo to start mapping Toronto: first riders in driverless taxis in 2028
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Waymo's driverless taxis are leaving the US: the first Canadian city is Toronto, but launch is two years away.
Waymo said it will begin manual driving and HD mapping in Toronto in the coming days, with first riders in 2028. Toronto-based Element Fleet Management will handle the fleet; the company promises investment in local facilities and hundreds of jobs. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Magna are named among investors and partners. Waymo states that its system was involved in 95% fewer crashes with serious injuries than human drivers; the announcement does not mention specific regulatory approvals.
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