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Robotaxi Expansion in Singapore

Robotaxi Expansion in Singapore

The partnership aims to leverage China's advanced AV technologies to enhance Singapore's public transport network.

Alphabet's Waymo and Waze are also piloting a program to share robotaxi sensor data with local governments to identify and prioritize road repairs.

This initiative is part of Singapore's broader strategy to become a global hub for smart city innovation.

Officials believe that autonomous transport can help address the city-state's labor shortages and improve overall road safety.

Singapore Ramir Borja., CC BY-SA 3.0
Singapore
Sovereign island country and city-state in maritime Southeast Asia
Waymo
Autonomous car technology company
Alphabet Inc.
American multinational technology conglomerate
Waze
GPS navigation mobile app
People's Republic of China
Country in East Asia