Waymo’s new robotaxi is an all-electric people mover with no steering wheel

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Waymo’s new robotaxi is an all-electric people mover with no steering wheel
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The new AV made its debut at the LA Auto Show.

, is specifically designed to “support a range of future mobility products including robotaxis, multi-purpose vehicles, and logistics vehicles” and that it’s built around the passenger rather than the driver. Waymo’s release says that the vehicle is 15.4 feet long and 9.18 feet wide with a wheelbase length of 9.8 feet. The turning circle is under 32 feet .

Those presenting at the event came from a variety of companies, including Waymo, Geely, Zeekr, and CEVT, a Swedish mobility company, and they all noted that the design was focused on offering what they called a “lifestyle capsule.” Designers included soft-touch materials that are easy to clean since “passengers like to touch everything,” Yoojung Ahn, the head of design at Waymo, said during her portion of the presentation.

Outside, the main lidar system is roof mounted in a round module and includes the latest sensor suite that the company works with. Around the vehicle are a number of smaller sensors attached to the front corners, rear, and front center of the vehicle. Waymo has included a lighting signature outside the vehicle to help riders identify their vehicle for easier pickup.

National Highway Safety Transportation Administration recently updated its rules about autonomous vehicles

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