Content overview: “Waymo Selects Toyota bZ4X for Next-Gen Robotaxi, Japan Launch Set for 2027 | Nova Global N”. Waymo has announced the Toyota bZ4X as its next robotaxi platform, marking the first concrete vehicle from its partnership with Toyota. Toyota will manufacture a custom version of the electric SUV with Waymo's autonomous driving system integrated directly on the production line in Japan. Toyota will manufacture a custom version of the electric SUV with Waymo's autonomous driving system integrated directly on the production line in Japan.
A test fleet is slated to begin operating in Japan in 2027, supporting Waymo's Tokyo launch and future expansion into the UK and other markets. This collaboration combines Toyota's manufacturing scale with Waymo's self-driving technology, potentially accelerating the deployment of autonomous ride-hailing services globally. The choice of the bZ4X, an all-electric model, aligns with industry trends toward sustainable mobility. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.