(Removes paragraph 5 that refers to Waymo being the only operator in the U.S. offering paid robotaxi ​services in February 2 story) Feb 2 (Reuters) - Alphabet unit Waymo ‌said it had raised $16 billion in its latest fundraising round that valued the ‌self-driving car startup at $126 billion, nearly tripling its valuation in less than two years. As one of the most sought-after applications of artificial intelligence, leading autonomous vehicle companies are investing heavily in ⁠commercializing their te ...

Waymo raised $16 billion at a $126 billion valuation, a funding round that reflects its rapid ascent as a robotaxi pioneer https://t.co/7DBBjlBz4a ...

So Whimo reportedly set to close a $16 billion round as soon as this month, valuing the business near $110 billion. Alphabet is expected to supply most of that capital with new names like Sequoia, DST Global, and Dragon now in the mix in a round that is said to be three times oversubscribed. Now Whimo won't discuss the financing, but its spokesperson pointed to traction.More than 20 million trips completed so far, and that's what these private market investors are paying up for. commercial scale, a fair cha ...

Group 1 - Waymo, Alphabet's self-driving unit, is seeking to raise approximately $16 billion in a financing round that could value the business at nearly $110 billion, with Alphabet contributing around $13 billion and the remainder from external investors [1][2] - The transaction is expected to be finalized this month, following a previous capital raise in October 2024 that valued Waymo at over $45 billion [2] - Waymo currently operates fully autonomous ride-hailing services in several US cities, including the San Francisco Bay area and Los Angeles, and has plans to expand into additional US markets and the UK [2][3] Group 2 - The company has completed over 20 million trips and emphasizes a focus on safety-led operational excellence and technological leadership to meet the demand for autonomous mobility [3] - Competition in the driverless ride-hailing market is intensifying, with Tesla and Amazon's Zoox also launching their own services [4] - Waymo has recently opened its fully autonomous service to the public in Miami, with nearly 10,000 residents signed up for the service [5]

Waymo要融資 160億美元 估值衝到 1100億！ 谷歌砸130億 親自帶頭 紅杉 DST全跟進 這氣勢是要把 Tesla Robotaxi 按在地上摩擦？ 等等 先別慌！ Waymo 現在牛在哪？ 多個城市跑 無人駕駛 2000多萬趟 真金白銀 年收3.5%億美元 看起來 領先一大截 但致命短板是 他們不會 自己造車！ 七年才搞到 2500輛 Robotaxi 還在靠捷豹 Zeekr外包改裝 每趟都在燒錢 反觀Tesla？ 一年能噴出 165萬輛車！ 半天的產量 就能頂上 Waymo 整個車隊 更狠的是數據 Tesla FSD 累積75億英里 Waymo 根本追不上 Waymo 這波融資 是強心針 但燒錢模式 能撐多久？ Tesla一旦 無監督FSD爆發 規模雪球滾起來 誰超誰 還真不好說. ...

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（原标题：?Robotaxi再迎重磅催化! Alphabet旗下Waymo估值跃至1100亿美元 商业化车队即将大爆发） 智通财经APP获悉，有媒体援引知情人士透露的消息报道称，谷歌母公司Alphabet旗下的全球Robotaxi(完全无人自动驾驶出租车)领军者Waymo正 计划在一轮融资中筹集大约150亿美元，此项最新融资也将使Alphabet旗下的这一聚焦于自动驾驶的业务部门Waymo估值高达惊人的1100亿美元里 程碑，全球Robotaxi商业车队即将迎来爆发式部署阶段。 在全球可监管市场，不同于特斯拉仍然处于宏大叙事以及"概念验证"阶段的Robotaxi业务，谷歌母公司Alphabet旗下的Waymo可谓代表当下最成熟 的Robotaxi落地模式与创收形态，更像是"已经创造出营收的规模化爬坡期业务"。Waymo大约1100亿美元的最新估值数字，可谓是全球Robotaxi领 域中公开披露中最高的估值，使它成为当前Robotaxi领域实际车队规模最庞大且最受资本市场认可的自动驾驶企业。 谷歌母公司Alphabet旗下的Waymo估值触及1100亿美元，加之近日英伟达与欧洲豪车领军者梅赛德斯-奔驰(Merc ...

有媒体援引知情人士透露的消息报道称，谷歌母公司Alphabet旗下的全球Robotaxi(完全无人自动驾驶出 租车)领军者Waymo正计划在一轮融资中筹集大约150亿美元，此项最新融资也将使Alphabet旗下的这一 聚焦于自动驾驶的业务部门Waymo估值高达惊人的1100亿美元里程碑，全球Robotaxi商业车队即将迎来 爆发式部署阶段。 在全球可监管市场，不同于特斯拉仍然处于宏大叙事以及"概念验证"阶段的Robotaxi业务，谷歌母公司 Alphabet旗下的Waymo可谓代表当下最成熟的Robotaxi落地模式与创收形态，更像是"已经创造出营收的 规模化爬坡期业务"。Waymo大约1100亿美元的最新估值数字，可谓是全球Robotaxi领域中公开披露中 最高的估值，使它成为当前Robotaxi领域实际车队规模最庞大且最受资本市场认可的自动驾驶企业。 谷歌母公司Alphabet旗下的Waymo估值触及1100亿美元，加之近日英伟达与欧洲豪车领军者梅赛德斯- 奔驰(Mercedes-Benz)、网约车领军者优步共同宣布将合作打造一个覆盖全球的Robotaxi平台——该平台 将使用梅赛德斯-奔驰的全新S级车型 ...

小朋友四点放学，一个个站在学校门口嗷嗷待接，六点下班的家长们此刻还在工位上唇枪舌战、奋笔疾书；寒假开启，想把孩子送补习班一举多得，又开 始焦虑怎么接送。 接？还是不接？ 一方面担心他们的安全，一方面又想要他们独立；一边被指责过度溺爱，一边被批判不负责任。 最后，家长们还是难逃这个史诗级诘问。 不止国内，另一个时区的家长，也有同样的烦恼。 一个周六的晚上，美国旧金山的Laura Mancuso就陷入了这样的两难。 一边是她15岁的女儿要去相隔几小时路程之外的朋友家，一边是一个必须要出席的活动在等着她，而她的老公又必须照顾更年幼的小儿子...... "我对她独自乘坐Waymo出行没有任何顾虑，而且在我的同龄人中，给青少年叫一辆Waymo出行已经被完全接受了。" "它真的已经成为我们文化的一部分了。" 全球实时网约车价格聚合平台Obi公司最新发布的调查数据显示，人们对自动驾驶汽车的接受度显著提高，63%的人表示对自动驾驶汽车感到舒适，而该 公司在2025年春季进行的研究中，这一比例仅为35%。 而且，近一半的受访者表示，自动驾驶汽车未来可能成为他们的主要出行方式。其中，对于使用Robotaxi接送孩子，有57%的男 ...

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The automotive sector is undergoing significant transformation with advancements in electrification, automation, and informatization, potentially leading to a revolution in transportation similar to the introduction of the moving assembly line by Ford over a century ago [2][10] Autonomous Driving and Robotaxi Trends - The shift from rule-based systems to end-to-end (E2E) architectures and variable large architectures (VLA) is evident, with many companies pursuing hybrid designs that combine safety mechanisms with AI models [3] - Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving (AD) penetration is expected to rise significantly, with L2+ systems projected to reach approximately 34% penetration by 2035, up from 12% in 2025 [5] - The global robotaxi market is anticipated to grow to USD 67.3 billion by 2030, with China being the most scalable market due to supportive policies and deployment momentum [6] Key Players and Strategies - Major automakers are adopting diverse strategies for autonomous driving: - **Toyota** is pursuing a multi-pathway strategy, combining in-house development with partnerships [10] - **Honda** is focusing on developing its own E2E system while collaborating with Helm.ai [10] - **Nissan** is leveraging Wayve's E2E technology [10] - In China, companies like **Pony.ai**, **WeRide**, and **Apollo Go** are leading the robotaxi deployment, with significant partnerships enhancing their capabilities [45] Investment Implications - Japanese automakers are expected to launch software-defined vehicles (SDVs) starting with Toyota's RAV4 in 2025, followed by Honda's 0 Series and Sony Honda Mobility's AFEELA in 2026 [10] - The transition to SDVs presents both opportunities and risks for traditional auto parts suppliers, as automakers increasingly assert control over software layers, potentially eroding supplier revenues [11] - The Japanese government has set a target for 30% SDV penetration by 2030-2035, which may accelerate strategic initiatives across the sector [12] Market Ratings - **Outperform Ratings**: Toyota, Suzuki, BYD, Xiaomi, Li Auto, Grab, BMW, Ferrari, Renault, Aston Martin, Hesai, Tuopu - **Market-Perform Ratings**: Honda, Denso, XPeng, NIO, Volkswagen, Mercedes, Stellantis, Volvo Cars, Continental - **Underperform Ratings**: Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Black Sesame, Daimler Truck [12][15][17][26] Additional Insights - The integration of advanced technologies in the automotive sector is leading to a shift in competitive dynamics, with traditional OEMs partnering with tech companies to enhance their offerings [14] - The development of autonomous driving capabilities is closely linked to the operational design domain (ODD), which defines the conditions under which autonomous vehicles can operate [41][42] - The future of tyre technology is also evolving, with tyres expected to function as sensors that communicate data to vehicles, enhancing predictive maintenance and driving performance [18]