FuriaHubWaymo robotaxis are headed to Munich
Waymo plans a commercial robotaxi service in Munich after mapping and safety-driver tests, and it is working with Germany’s KBA. Public ride-hailing is aimed toward the end of 2027; the company has not yet received a German permit.
On August 25, 2026 TechCrunch reported that Waymo robotaxis are headed to Munich.
What we know
- Waymo plans commercial robotaxi service in Munich after mapping and safety-driver testing, and it is working with the KBA.
- Public ride-hailing is aimed toward the end of 2027.
- Waymo already operates in 11 commercial cities and has set up a German entity.
- Germany has had the European Union’s first Level 4 framework for more than five years, but Waymo does not yet have a German permit.
- The company still plans commercial service in London in 2026.
Takeaways
- Munich is a mapping-and-testing start, not an immediate public launch.
- Paid rides there are aimed at late 2027, and no German permit has been issued yet.
- London commercial service in 2026 remains on the calendar.
Source: TechCrunch
