Waymo purchased a 5,500-acre proving ground in Wittman, Arizona.
The Alphabet subsidiary paid $220 million for the facility. This acquisition expands Waymo's capacity for testing autonomous vehicle technology in real-world environments.
Route 14 Investment Partners LLC, a Delaware-based shell company linked to Apple Inc., sold the property. Apple originally acquired the former Chrysler testing site in 2021.
The divestment suggests a strategic shift in Apple’s automotive ambitions. Waymo’s purchase underscores its commitment to scaling self-driving operations.