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--></style></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Good afternoon Corn and everyone,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Miami joins 5 other cities that offer autonomous rideshare via Waymo. The press release appears below:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>To: The People of Miami and Members of the sPress<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>From: The Office of Waymo Communications & The Miami News Desk<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Date: January 23, 2026<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Subject: <b>Waymo’s Official Public Launch in the Magic City</b><o:p></o:p></span></p><div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><hr size=2 width="100%" align=center></span></div><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>JOINT ANNOUNCEMENT: MIAMI, YOUR WAYMO IS HERE<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>MIAMI, FL</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> – Today marks a historic milestone for Florida’s transportation landscape. Waymo, the world’s leading autonomous driving technology company, has officially transitioned from testing to a fully public ride-hailing service in Miami. Starting today, residents and visitors can hail a 100% autonomous Jaguar I-PACE through the Waymo app, joining the ranks of Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Service Area: >From Wynwood to the Gables<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Waymo’s initial Miami service territory covers a sprawling <b>60-square-mile area</b>, encompassing the city’s most vibrant hubs. Riders can now travel driverless between:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Design District & Wynwood:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> Navigating the tight streets and heavy pedestrian traffic of Miami's art centers.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Brickell & Downtown:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> Providing a seamless, high-tech commute through the financial heart of the city.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Coral Gables & Coconut Grove:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> Connecting historic residential neighborhoods with modern mobility.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Coming Soon:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> Waymo has officially confirmed plans to extend service to <b>Miami International Airport (MIA)</b> in the coming months, mirroring its successful airport operations in Phoenix and San Francisco.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Statement from Waymo Official<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>"Miami is a city defined by innovation and a forward-looking spirit. After rigorous testing in South Florida’s unique humidity and unpredictable rain, the Waymo Driver has proven it can handle the complexities of Miami traffic with the same care and safety as a human—if not more. We are thrilled to welcome the 10,000 Miamians already on our interest list into our cars today."</span></i><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Local Reporter Insight: Why Miami?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>For years, Miami has been a "test bed" for autonomous tech, but Waymo’s launch represents the first time a "Level 4" fully autonomous service has opened to the general public at this scale. Local officials hope this will alleviate the city's notorious congestion and provide a safer alternative to human-led ride-shares.<o:p></o:p></span></p><div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><hr size=2 width="100%" align=center></span></div><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Official Sources & Media Assets<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Primary News & Headlines:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/search?q%3Dhttps://waymo.com/blog/2026/01/miami-public-service-launch/&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1769204916363903&usg=AOvVaw0smNHpfIgcLut86dtwGKb6">Waymo Blog: Miami, Your Waymo Ride Is Ready</a><span style='font-weight:normal'> – The official announcement detailing the 60-square-mile service area and public rollout.<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/search?q%3Dhttps://waymo.com/newsroom/&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1769204916364223&usg=AOvVaw0DFuLEJSKeWyp_UYv0BD5w">Waymo Newsroom</a><span style='font-weight:normal'> – Ongoing updates regarding fleet expansion and safety milestones in Florida.<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/search?q%3Dhttps://waymo.com/blog/2024/05/waymo-to-begin-testing-in-miami/&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1769204916364474&usg=AOvVaw0RGJCevubcOizvTVEad0X_">Waymo's Expansion Approach</a><span style='font-weight:normal'> – Early background on how Waymo prepared for the Miami climate and infrastructure.<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Official Video Coverage:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@Waymo&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1769204916364770&usg=AOvVaw05l70MTQYOeYKg7zFb9bCP">Waymo: The World’s Most Experienced Driver</a><span style='font-weight:normal'> – Official YouTube channel featuring "How it Works" in urban environments like Miami.<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://waymo.com/blog/&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1769204916364993&usg=AOvVaw0w7s9OlEqQulCqAl9MtLRZ">Miami Launch Reel: Navigating the 305</a><span style='font-weight:normal'> – Visuals of the Jaguar I-PACE fleet navigating iconic Miami landmarks.<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>How to Ride:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=1 type=1><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Download:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> Get the <b>Waymo One</b> app on iOS or Android.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join the List:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> New riders are being accepted on a rolling basis.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ride:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> Once invited, simply enter your destination and wait for your autonomous vehicle to arrive.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><hr size=2 width="100%" align=center></span></div><p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>For press inquiries, please contact press@waymo.com or the Miami City Hall Media Relations office.</span></i><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Peter Donahue<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>