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by xnx 230 days ago
> due its reliance on LIDAR

Due to its choice to use LIDAR. Waymo has tested a working system using cameras only, but they choose to use LIDAR because it is safer and does not significantly change cost.

> Waymo on the other hand have always been aiming to build a service business

Waymo's roadmap (from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXLgzP3gv2k):

1) Ride hailing 2) Local delivery 3) Long haul trucking 4) Personally owned cars

Is step 4 still considered a service? It will almost certainly require a subscription.