For the past 12 months, hundreds of Arizonans have been helping Waymo develop and perfect its autonomous driving technology.
Dubbed the ‘Early Rider Program’ and established by Google’s self-driving car division, the project provides feedback about what consumers want from an autonomous ride-hailing service.
KTAR News reports that there are currently almost 400 residents in Arizona enjoying rides in self-driving Chrysler Pacifica minivans equipped with Waymo’s tech. Since the program launched in April 2017, more than 20,000 people have applied to be involved.
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