Waymo is expanding its autonomous vehicle service to teenagers aged 13-17 in Nashville, marking the company's second city to offer rides to minors.
The expansion allows young passengers to book Waymo rides independently through the app, provided they meet age requirements. Nashville becomes the second market where Waymo has opened its robotaxi service to teenagers, following an earlier rollout in another city.
Waymo's move into the teenage market represents a shift in how the company approaches ridership demographics. The service requires parental consent and includes safety protocols designed for younger passengers.
The expansion signals Waymo's confidence in its autonomous driving technology and its willingness to broaden its user base beyond traditional adult riders. As robotaxi adoption grows, companies are testing strategies to capture younger demographics who may become long-term customers.
Waymo continues operating in multiple cities including San Francisco and Los Angeles, where its driverless service operates 24/7 for general passengers.
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