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flag Waymo is testing Google’s Gemini AI in its robotaxis to improve rider experience with voice-controlled features and calming updates during disruptions.

flag Waymo is testing Google’s Gemini AI as an in-car assistant in its robotaxis, enabling voice-controlled features like music, climate control, and local recommendations to improve rider experience. flag The assistant, part of a "reassurance_protocol" in the code, aims to provide calming updates during unexpected stops or route changes. flag Testing is underway in Phoenix and San Francisco, following a recent power outage that disrupted operations, prompting fleet-wide updates to enhance resilience. flag The feature is not yet public, but Waymo continues expanding its autonomous ride-hailing service, with over 250,000 weekly rides and 500,000 airport shuttles in 2025.

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