Alphabet’s autonomous driving unit, Waymo, will launch its driverless ride-hailing service in Munich, Germany. The service is scheduled to begin by the end of 2027.
This expansion marks Waymo’s first entry into the European Union. Munich represents the company's third international market following testing in Tokyo and London.
Waymo will begin manual driving and high-definition mapping of the city within the coming weeks. This validation phase adapts the technology to Munich’s specific environment before a full commercial rollout. The German government supports the move to establish the country as a leader in autonomous driving innovation.