Waymo taps Toyota to supply robotaxis for Japan and the U.K.

What happened: Waymo will test autonomous Toyota bZ4X vehicles in Japan next year under a partnership where Toyota manufactures the vehicles and integrates Waymo's self-driving system at its Takaoka factory. Key numbers: Testing begins next year; Toyota will build 2027 bZ4X vehicles; the announcement comes 18 months after a preliminary agreement. Why it matters: The deal adds a new model to Waymo's robotaxi portfolio and supports planned deployment in right-hand driving markets including the U.K., where Waymo plans a robotaxi service once permits are received. Market: +0.9% today ($196.63), -9.7% YTD, 0.7x vol — as of 22:46 UTC

Waymo will test autonomous Toyota bZ4X vehicles in Japan next year under a partnership where Toyota manufactures the vehicles and integrates Waymo's self-driving system at its Takaoka factory.

The deal adds a new model to Waymo's robotaxi portfolio and supports planned deployment in right-hand driving markets including the U.K., where Waymo plans a robotaxi service once permits are received. Market: +0.9% today ($196.63), -9.7% YTD, 0.7x vol — as of 22:46 UTC