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Waymo Is Offering Blind And Visually Impaired More Options For Transportation Around Bay Area

Blind rider James Gump says Waymo feels more accessible, and safer, giving him more control.

(CBS Bay Area)

January 13, 2025

For the blind and visually impaired community, getting around by vehicle can be a challenge. Public transportation can help, but more and more people are choosing Waymo and other autonomous vehicles.

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Blind rider James Gump says it feels more accessible, safer, and it gives him more control.

"There's a honk horn feature, so I can confirm which car is mine as a I walk up," said Gump about why he feels Waymo is easier to locate than a traditional ride-sharing service like Lyft or Uber.

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