Waymo launched public rides in Denver and Glendale simultaneously with San Diego and Tampa, and has continued expanding into additional markets.
Because there is no human driver, tipping is not part of the Waymo experience.
Waymo says its safety data shows its autonomous driving system has been involved in substantially fewer serious crashes than comparable human drivers.
A crash involving a fully autonomous vehicle raises more complicated questions involving the vehicle operator, software developer, manufacturer, and insurance companies.
That gradual approach means residents are likely to see more Waymo vehicles on local streets even if they haven’t yet taken a ride themselves.