Waymo is preparing to bring its robotaxi service to Munich, marking another step in the company's international expansion. The Alphabet-owned autonomous vehicle developer said it is now working through the technical and regulatory stages needed before commercial rides can begin.
The rollout will follow Waymo's familiar process: first, human drivers will map Munich's streets, then autonomous vehicles will be tested with safety drivers on board. After that phase, the company plans to move toward fully driverless operations, as it has done in other markets.
Waymo said it is coordinating with Germany's Federal Motor Transport Authority, regional authorities, and local officials. The company expects public ride-hailing service to open toward the end of 2027, pending approval.
Germany has become one of Europe's most important hubs for autonomous mobility, thanks to its legal framework for Level 4 self-driving systems. That environment has attracted testing activity from several companies, including Mobileye and Volkswagen, while Waymo continues to prepare its own entry.
Munich also adds to a growing global race in autonomous transport, with major cities becoming testbeds for next-generation mobility. If the project advances as planned, it could help shape how urban travel evolves across Europe in the years ahead.
