Waymo now runs driverless rides to and from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, though only a few riders can use the service at first.
Waymo, the company that runs driverless taxis, now takes passengers to and from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. The company announced it on Wednesday. Rides start with just a few riders and will open to all customers later.
Pickups and drop-offs happen at dedicated "autonomous vehicle zones." These are set-aside spots for self-driving cars. There is one at Terminal 1 and one at Terminal 3.
Waymo only began offering rides to the public in Las Vegas in September. It already covers a 24-square-mile area of the city. The airport adds a trip many visitors take as soon as they land.
Las Vegas is the sixth major airport Waymo serves. The others are:
Waymo is not alone at the Vegas airport. Zoox, which is owned by Amazon, already offers rides there. More robotaxis are on the way too. In August, state regulators approved permits that will let Tesla and Uber put thousands of them on the city's streets in the next year.
Waymo did not say in the material available how many riders will be allowed at first, or when the service will open to everyone. Prices and wait times were not mentioned either. Anyone planning a trip should check the Waymo app for current availability before counting on a driverless ride.
Driverless rides to the Las Vegas airport are starting small, so check availability before you plan around one.
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