Renault partners with Nissan and Waymo to explore AVs

Renault has partnered with Nissan and Waymo to explore the commercial and regulatory issues related to autonomous mobility services in France and Japan. The French car manufacturer says the partners will work together to develop long-term autonomous mobility services operations. As part of the agreement, Renault and Nissan will create joint venture alliance-focused companies in both countries dedicated to these services. John Krafcik, CEO of Waymo, says its Waymo Driver can deliver “mobility solutions t
July 4, 2019 Read time: 1 min

2453 Renault has partnered with 838 Nissan and 8621 Waymo to explore the commercial and regulatory issues related to autonomous mobility services in France and Japan.

The French car manufacturer says the partners will work together to develop long-term autonomous mobility services operations.

As part of the agreement, Renault and Nissan will create joint venture alliance-focused companies in both countries dedicated to these services.

John Krafcik, CEO of Waymo, says its Waymo Driver can deliver “mobility solutions to safely serve riders and commercial deliveries in France, Japan, and other countries”.

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