From Engadget · Mariella Moon · · 1m 20s
Waymo is taking autonomous cars to Singapore
The self-driving company is expanding across Asia with plans to launch public rides in Singapore by 2028.
In brief
The self-driving company is expanding across Asia with plans to launch public rides in Singapore by 2028. Waymo is building an international autonomous vehicle business in Asia, starting with Tokyo in 2027 and Singapore in 2028, focusing on first-and-last-mile transportation. Originally reported by Engadget.
Waymo heads to Singapore
Waymo announced it's expanding to Singapore, with plans to offer public rides through its app starting in 2028. The company will begin receiving Jaguar I-PACE vehicles in the coming months.
Mapping Singapore's roads
Throughout 2027, Waymo specialists will manually drive vehicles on Singapore's streets to create detailed maps. The company will also adjust its system for local road geometry and weather patterns.
Tokyo comes first in 2027
Waymo started testing in Tokyo in 2025 and will launch commercial autonomous rides there in 2027. Passengers can book rides through Waymo's app or the popular GO Taxi app.
First-and-last-mile focus
In both Tokyo and Singapore, Waymo targets first-and-last-mile trips to complement strong public transit systems. The service helps people without nearby subway access or those rushing to catch trains.
Asia becomes key market
With Tokyo and Singapore launches planned, Waymo is building a significant presence in Asia outside the US. Both cities offer ideal conditions for autonomous ride-sharing alongside existing transit infrastructure.
The main idea
Waymo is building an international autonomous vehicle business in Asia, starting with Tokyo in 2027 and Singapore in 2028, focusing on first-and-last-mile transportation.
