Waymo Faces Scrutiny Over Extensive Use of Chinese-Made Vehicles

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are questioning Waymo over its use of Chinese-made cars and overseas operators in its self-driving taxi program.
Published: 2/5/2026, 11:55:20 PM EST

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are questioning Waymo over its use of Chinese-made cars and overseas operators in its self-driving taxi program. Senators raised concerns about safety, national security, and the potential for sensitive road data to be sent back to the Chinese communist regime.