- Waymo is renaming its minivan-like robotaxi, previously called Zeekr RT, to "Ojai" to improve public recognition.
- The robotaxi, based on Zeekr’s SEA-M architecture, has been refined over three years with hardware upgrades like 13 cameras and four lidar.
- Waymo plans to launch the Ojai, alongside expanding its robotaxi service to a dozen more cities including Denver and London.

A: Hey! Did you hear about Waymo's new robotaxi?
B: No! What’s new? I thought they were already running in some cities.

A: They’re renaming it! It was called Zeekr RT, but now it's "Ojai." Pronounced "oh-hi!"
B: Seriously? Why change the name?

A: Apparently, people don't know the Zeekr brand. Makes sense, I guess.
B: So, what’s it gonna be like riding in one?

A: Apparently, it’ll say "Oh hi!" and your name when you get in. Super cute!
B: That’s so friendly! Is it totally different now?

A: Not really, it's still based on that minivan-like vehicle from Zeekr. But Waymo has been working on it for three years!
B: Oh wow, testing it everywhere!

A: Yeah! They’ve tweaked the color, too. It was bluish before, now it’s silver.
B: Sounds like it's almost ready to go.

A: Exactly! They're letting Waymo employees try it out in San Francisco and Phoenix first.
B: Cool! So, when can we ride it?

A: They’re expanding a lot too! They're planning to launch in Denver, Las Vegas, and even London soon!
B: Wow, that's exciting! Robotaxis everywhere!