Waymo Stock

Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., leads in autonomous driving technology. Offering the world's first autonomous ride-hailing service, Waymo aims to revolutionize transportation with its advanced Waymo Driver technology. The company focuses on safety, sustainability, and accessibility, striving to become the world’s most trusted driver by continuously enhancing its autonomous systems.

Founded: 2009

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Waymo Company Overview

Founded in 2009 as a part of Google’s self-driving car project, Waymo emerged as an independent subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. in 2016. Waymo aims to make transportation safer, more accessible, and more sustainable through its innovative autonomous driving technology. The company's flagship service, Waymo One, launched in 2018, is the world's first fully autonomous ride-hailing service available to the public. Operating primarily in Phoenix and San Francisco, with plans to expand to Los Angeles and Austin, Waymo One offers 24/7 ride services in fully electric vehicles, ensuring a consistent and safe travel experience. The technology behind Waymo’s success is the Waymo Driver, an advanced autonomous system designed to navigate complex driving environments. This system has accumulated over 20 billion real-world and simulated miles, continuously improving its capabilities to enhance safety and reliability. Waymo’s mission extends beyond transportation; it strives to reduce traffic fatalities, which predominantly result from human error, by providing a trusted autonomous driving alternative. Waymo’s leadership team, comprised of experts in AI, robotics, and automotive engineering, drives the company’s vision of a future where autonomous vehicles are the norm. The company also emphasizes community engagement and environmental responsibility, partnering with various organizations to promote inclusive mobility and sustainable practices. Through its relentless innovation and commitment to safety, Waymo is redefining the future of transportation.

Management Team

Dmitri Dolgov Ph.D Co-Chief Executive Officer
Tekedra Mawakana JD Co-Chief Executive Officer
Elisa de Martel Chief Financial Officer
Amar Mehta Chief Legal Officer
Becky Bucich Chief People Officer
Mauricio Peña Chief Safety Officer
Saswat Panigrahi Chief Product Officer
Sebastian Thrun Ph.D Co-Founder

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