Core Insights - Waymo has rebranded its Zeekr RT robotaxi to Ojai, named after a village in California, to enhance brand recognition in the U.S. market [1][2] - The Ojai robotaxi will greet passengers with "Oh hi" and their name, aiming to create a friendly user experience [2] - Waymo's partnership with Zeekr began in 2021, leading to the development of a purpose-built robotaxi prototype [3] Development and Features - The Ojai has undergone extensive testing in cities like Phoenix and San Francisco, with significant hardware features including 13 cameras, four lidar, and six radar [4][6] - The vehicle's paint color has been updated from a bluish tint to a more silver shade as part of final adjustments before its commercial launch [6] Expansion Plans - Waymo is rapidly expanding its commercial robotaxi service, currently operating in five cities and planning to launch in a dozen more, including Denver, Las Vegas, and London, within the next year [7]