The robotaxi company is betting parents will trust its technology enough to allow their kids to ride unaccompanied.

The Whitlatches began using Waymo in 2019, primarily to help get Mikaylee to her baby-sitting jobs, the Ice Den in Chandler, and soon high school. The whole Whitlatch family is buys as Crystal and her ...

The Arizona Department of Transportation says Tesla contacted the Motor Vehicle Division on June 26 to begin the certification process of operating within the Phoenix Metro area.

Waymo said it will offer “specially-trained Rider Support agents” during rides hailed by teens and loop in parents if needed.

Officials with the autonomous vehicle operator said the new initiative aims to keep teens safe while offering independence in ...

Teens in the Phoenix area now have a new way to get around — without needing a driver’s license or a ride from a parent.

Arizona’s Family has confirmed with ADOT that Tesla initiated the request on June 26 to begin the certification process.

Once a teen account is activated, young riders can hail fully autonomous rides across Waymo's local operating area, which covers 315 square miles of the Valley.That includes central Phoenix, most ...