Waymo to focus on ride-hailing services, pushes back autonomous trucking efforts
Autonomous driving software has come under strong regulatory scrutiny at a time when investors are concerned about heavy investments in the technology amid protracted development timelines. The company said it is seeing significant growth and demand for ride-hailing services in San Francisco, Phoenix and Los Angeles, and is focusing on achieving commercial success in the business. Waymo said it will continue its collaboration with strategic partner Daimler Truck North America to take its autonomous trucking platform forward.