Waymo
Founded Year
2009Stage
Series C | AliveTotal Raised
$11.3BValuation
$0000Last Raised
$5.6B | 9 mos agoAbout Waymo
Waymo operates within the transportation and mobility sector and offers a ride-hailing service called Waymo One, which uses its technology, the Waymo Driver. Waymo's vehicles are fully electric and utilize renewable energy. The company was formerly known as Google Self-Driving Car Project. It was founded in 2009 and is based in Mountain View, California.
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ESPs containing Waymo
The ESP matrix leverages data and analyst insight to identify and rank leading companies in a given technology landscape.
The autonomous driving systems market focuses on developing technologies that enable vehicles to achieve various automation levels, from partial (Level 2) to full autonomy (Level 5), moving beyond the driver support of ADAS to complete self-driving capabilities. It includes advances in sensors, AI, mapping, and connectivity to achieve higher levels of automation. Driven by potential safety improve…
Waymo named as Leader among 15 other companies, including Horizon Robotics, Aurora, and WeRide.
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Research containing Waymo
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CB Insights Intelligence Analysts have mentioned Waymo in 7 CB Insights research briefs, most recently on Jun 26, 2025.
Expert Collections containing Waymo
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Waymo is included in 4 Expert Collections, including Auto Tech.
Auto Tech
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Companies working on automotive technology, which includes vehicle connectivity, autonomous driving technology, and electric vehicle technology. This includes EV manufacturers, autonomous driving developers, and companies supporting the rise of the software-defined vehicles.
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Companies offering technology-driven solutions that serve the supply chain & logistics space (e.g. shipping, inventory mgmt, last mile, trucking).
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Waymo Patents
Waymo has filed 2260 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- autonomous cars
- automotive technologies
- advanced driver assistance systems
Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
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2/26/2021 | 4/8/2025 | Lidar, Autonomous cars, Cartography, NASA space probes, Surveying | Grant |
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Grant Date | 4/8/2025 |
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Related Topics | Lidar, Autonomous cars, Cartography, NASA space probes, Surveying |
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Latest Waymo News
Jul 10, 2025
Amazon's robotaxi startup Zoox is preparing for the mass production of its purpose-built vehicles at its new factory in California, with Waymo waiting in the wings while Tesla continues to stumble over brand reputation issues. The post Robotaxi 3-Way Match Shaping Up Between Zoox, Waymo, And The MechaHitler GrokMobile appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Waymo Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Waymo founded?
Waymo was founded in 2009.
Where is Waymo's headquarters?
Waymo's headquarters is located at 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View.
What is Waymo's latest funding round?
Waymo's latest funding round is Series C.
How much did Waymo raise?
Waymo raised a total of $11.3B.
Who are the investors of Waymo?
Investors of Waymo include Silver Lake, Perry Creek Capital, T. Rowe Price, Alphabet, Fidelity Investments and 10 more.
Who are Waymo's competitors?
Competitors of Waymo include PlusAI, Pony.ai, Gatik, DeepRoute.ai, RideFlux and 7 more.
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Compare Waymo to Competitors
Embark Trucks specializes in the development of software for autonomous vehicles, specifically advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and automated driving systems for the automotive and trucking industries. The company provides a development platform for ADAS, a vehicle software platform, and an autonomy stack that integrates simulation, validation, and data tools to support the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles. Embark Trucks serves sectors such as automotive, trucking, defense, construction and mining, and agriculture, offering solutions in vehicle automation. Embark Trucks was formerly known as Varden Labs. It was founded in 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California. In May 2023, Embark Trucks was acquired by Applied Intuition at a valuation of $71M.
Kodiak Robotics develops autonomous vehicle technology for the transportation sector. The company provides an autonomous driving platform called the Kodiak Driver, which includes modular hardware and offboard services for vehicle operation in different environments. Kodiak Robotics focuses on the freight industry, national defense, and industrial sectors with its autonomous solutions. It was founded in 2018 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Bot Auto is an L4 autonomous trucking company that operates within the transportation sector, offering Transportation as a Service (TaaS) to freight customers. The company provides fleet operations for autonomous trucks, utilizing AI technology to improve safety and efficiency in the freight and logistics industry. Bot Auto's services aim to address the driver shortage while integrating into the existing freight market. It was founded in 2024 and is based in Houston, Texas.
ISEE operates as a technology company that focuses on autonomous driving systems, specifically in the logistics and supply chain industry. The company offers advanced autonomous yard truck solutions and operations, improves efficiency, and enhances safety in yard operations. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Peloton Technology is an automated vehicle technology company that focuses on safety and efficiency within the trucking industry. The company offers a truck platooning system that links the active safety systems of paired trucks to form an aerodynamic platoon, leading to fuel savings and collision mitigation through vehicle-to-vehicle communication. Peloton's services are primarily geared towards the freight trucking sector, providing a cloud-based network operations center to manage platooning operations. It was founded in 2013 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Inceptio Technology specializes in autonomous driving technologies for the logistics and transportation sectors. The company offers full-stack proprietary technology for mass-produced autonomous trucks, aiming to enhance safety and efficiency in line-haul logistics. Inceptio Technology also operates a nationwide Transportation-as-a-Service (TaaS) freight network. It was founded in 2018 and is based in Shanghai, China.
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