Starting this weekend, researchers, developers, and engineers from all over the world will gather virtually for the (CVPR). As a pioneer in the autonomous driving space, Waymo will host and speak in multiple workshops presenting its recent research work. Chen Wu on Scaling the Perception and Autonomous Driving Systems via Efficient Data, Learning, and Simulation… Continue reading Waymo at CVPR 2021: Building the future of perception for autonomous vehicles
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Transforming mobility with the confidence of world-class investors
As we build, deploy, and commercialize the Waymo Driver, it’s gratifying to see so much interest in being part of our journey to transform mobility, making it safer, more accessible, and more sustainable along the way. So we’re proud to announce our latest investment round of $2.5 billion, with participation from Alphabet, Andreessen Horowitz, AutoNation,… Continue reading Transforming mobility with the confidence of world-class investors
Beyond the bike lane: How we’ve built the Waymo Driver to share the road with cyclists
At Waymo, our team is more than engineers, designers, analysts, and autonomous specialists (what we call the trained human drivers behind the wheel) building the World’s Most Experienced Driver™. We are also cyclists, runners, equestrians, and active members of the communities in which we drive. So we know we have to keep the concerns of… Continue reading Beyond the bike lane: How we’ve built the Waymo Driver to share the road with cyclists
Waymo Via is working with J.B. Hunt to carry freight across Texas
Getting goods where they need to go safely and easily is at the heart of Waymo Via’s mission. We’ve been carrying freight for customers since 2018, when we completed our first commercial pilot with Google’s Data Centers, and have continued to haul goods on behalf of other Fortune 500 companies across the southwest U.S. As we progress… Continue reading Waymo Via is working with J.B. Hunt to carry freight across Texas
Why I Ride with Waymo: Ben & the Henderson Family
Hi there, can you tell us a bit about yourself? We are the Hendersons. We’re a relatively eclectic crew who enjoy traveling, art, technology, architecture, science, and a bit of everything, really! What was your first fully autonomous ride like? When did it start to feel like a normal part of your daily life? Our… Continue reading Why I Ride with Waymo: Ben & the Henderson Family
Capstone of my career: Email from John Krafcik to Waymonauts
Dear Waymonauts, After five and a half exhilarating years leading this team, I’ve decided to depart from my CEO role with Waymo and kick-off new adventures. To start, I’m looking forward to a refresh period, reconnecting with old friends and family, and discovering new parts of the world. And I’ll continue to serve as an… Continue reading Capstone of my career: Email from John Krafcik to Waymonauts
Expanding the Waymo Open Dataset with Interactive Scenario Data and New Challenges
One of the most important things an intelligent driver needs to do is to understand what the road users around it are going to do next. Is that pedestrian trying to cross the street? Is that car parallel parked, or about to pull into my lane? Will that speeding vehicle stop at the stop sign?… Continue reading Expanding the Waymo Open Dataset with Interactive Scenario Data and New Challenges
Introducing: Black@Waymo
This month, we’re recognizing Black History Month, an annual celebration of the experiences and contributions of Black and African Americans who have shaped and strengthened our country. This year, more than ever, we uphold the responsibility to recognize and highlight the importance of amplifying Black voices.Last summer, in the wake of the deaths of Amaud… Continue reading Introducing: Black@Waymo
Building a safer mobility future
I’m thrilled to join Waymo as Chief Safety Officer, where safety is at the heart of the mission to expand access to mobility and save lives. Over the last 20 years, I’ve designed, tested, and deployed complex systems, and most recently served as Vice President of Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance for Virgin Orbit. Prior… Continue reading Building a safer mobility future
Sharing our safety framework for fully autonomous operations
to the general public in Phoenix. Right now members of the public are hailing vehicles with no human driver controlling the car – either in the vehicle or remotely – to help them get to where they’re going as part of their everyday lives. This milestone is not just the output of many years’ experience… Continue reading Sharing our safety framework for fully autonomous operations