Waymo Taps Allianz for Insurance as It Prepares European Robotaxi Launch

Waymo is teaming up with insurer Allianz as it lays the groundwork to bring commercial autonomous ride-hailing to Germany. The alliance is set to span insurance coverage, claims processing and joint safety research.

The move signals a broader push by the Alphabet-owned company to establish itself in Europe, where regulatory and insurance frameworks for self-driving services are still taking shape. Partnering with an established European insurer could help Waymo navigate local requirements before it opens for business.

The two firms have not disclosed a launch date for commercial operations, leaving the timing of Waymo’s German service unclear for now.