Policy · 2h ago
California Quirk Keeps Waymo Rides Free for Now
A California regulatory delay means Waymo's new Ojai robotaxi rides may remain free for several more months. The state agency has not yet set pricing rules, allowing the company to offer no-cost trips. This loophole could boost adoption while regulators catch up.
Meridian48 take
The free rides are a clever growth hack, but the real story is how slow regulation creates unintended market advantages.
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