In Los Angeles, self-driving vehicles were once a cause for rubber-necking as their vacant front seats and rapidly rotating cameras caused stirs of commotion and curiosity. Since settling comfortably into the flow of LA traffic, Waymos have become quite a normality in this city, and no one seems to bat an eye anymore. Behind the scenes, however, Waymo has been working on improving their vehicles, considering comfort, safety and aesthetics in crafting their new automotive experience. Perhaps you’ve caught a glimpse of their sleek new design, marked by a powder blue exterior and elongated build that has just begun to hit the streets in select cities. It’s called the Ojai, and is described as “an oasis on wheels,” per Waymo’s official website. The company has begun servicing rides to select customers free of charge, as they use the trials to receive feedback and make adjustments before officially releasing their new product to the public. In an attempt to lower the cost of robotaxis, this new model has cut sensor costs and implemented smarter AI technology, ultimately attempting to do more with less. Waymo is striving to build its empire, aiming to enter more than 20 cities and more than double weekly paid rides by the end of the year. With a vehicle focused on creating the most seamless rider experience at a lower cost to build, the Ojai is part of Waymo’s process in reaching their goals. Building on the foundation of over 20 million fully autonomous trips across 11+ cities, The Ojai is the first vehicle to feature the 6th-generation Waymo Driver. This system is a result of seven years of safety-proven service and is engineered with a simplified, cost-effective design that delivers more capabilities. At the forefront of their advancements, the 6th-generation Waymo driver will allow their new