Zeekr announced that mass production of the Zeekr RT will begin later this year, with initial deliveries to Waymo for further testing. The partnership aims to integrate these robotaxis into Waymo's fleet after thorough testing and validation. The collaboration highlights the ongoing advancements in autonomous vehicle technology and Waymo's strategy to expand its commercial operations.
Key takeaways:
- Waymo and Zeekr have partnered to develop the Zeekr RT robotaxi, which was showcased at CES 2025 with detailed sensor systems.
- The Zeekr RT is equipped with 13 cameras, four lidar, six radar, and external audio receivers, featuring a custom-designed sensor-cleaning system.
- Waymo plans to begin testing mass-produced Zeekr RTs for its commercial fleet, initially with human safety drivers, before transitioning to driverless mode.
- Waymo has been testing prototype Zeekr RTs on public roads in San Francisco and Phoenix, with plans to expand testing once production models are received.