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Waymo secures $5B loan to expand robotaxi services in US, Europe, and Japan amid regulatory scrutiny.

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08 Oct 2026
TechCrunch
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Waymo secures $5B loan to expand robotaxi services in US, Europe, and Japan amid regulatory scrutiny.

Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit, closed its first $5 billion loan from major lenders including PIMCO and Blackstone to support its commercial expansion in the US, Europe, and Japan. This debt financing aims to provide financial flexibility as Waymo scales its robotaxi services, now active in 15 US markets and testing in London and Tokyo. Despite growth, Waymo faces regulatory investigations over safety concerns involving robotaxis near school buses. The funding marks a key step in transitioning from a testing phase to a broader commercial enterprise.

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