Advice, not control: the role of Remote Assistance in Waymo's operations

Source: Hacker News

Beginning fully autonomous operations with the 6th‑generation Waymo Driver

Waymo will begin fully autonomous operations with its 6th‑generation Driver — an important step in bringing our technology to more riders in more cities. This latest system serves as the primary engine for our next era of expansion, with a streamlined configuration that drives down costs while maintaining our uncompromising safety standards. Designed for long‑term growth across multiple vehicle platforms, this system’s expanded capabilities allow us to safely broaden our footprint into more diverse environments, including those with extreme winter weather, at an even greater scale.

Satish Jeyachandran, Vice President of Engineering
February 12, 2026