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Waymo to launch robotaxis in Toronto under pilot program for self-driving vehicles

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Oct 16, 2026
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Waymo, a self-driving car company, is testing robotaxis in Toronto. The first phase includes manually driven vehicles to create detailed maps, with full autonomy planned for 2028. This test shows progress in self-driving tech but raises questions about safety and regulations. Readers should watch for updates on how this affects transportation and public trust.

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robotaxis
Self-driving taxis that operate without a human driver.
high-definition mapping
Detailed digital maps used to guide autonomous vehicles through complex environments.
pilot program
A test phase to evaluate new technology in a real-world setting before full rollout.

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  • Waymo will launch a test phase in Toronto with manually driven vehicles for high-definition mapping.
    Reported by: Financial Post
  • Waymo aims to carry its first passengers in 2028.
    Reported by: BNN Bloomberg

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  • The first phase of the pilot program includes robotaxis with a human driver.
    Source: Radio-Canada

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