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Japan will have first robotaxi service in 2027

RTP Notícias15 September 2026 at 06:50

The first robotaxi service in Japan will be launched in the country's capital in 2027, announced today Waymo, the autonomous driving company of the American Alphabet, together with operator Go and taxi company Nihon Kotsu.

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Residents and visitors of Tokyo will have access to a new autonomous transport service from 2027, positioning Japan at the forefront of autonomous mobility. The partnership between Waymo and local Japanese companies represents a significant step in the global expansion of this technology.

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