Waymo has its sights set on its next robotaxi: the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The Alphabet company announced that it was entering a “multi-year, strategic” partnership with the Hyundai Motor Group that will result in the Ioniq 5 eventually joining its robotaxi fleet.

Waymo has struck a deal with Hyundai to bring the IONIQ 5 EV to its robotaxi network, adding another autonomous vehicle option as it scales up its

Hyundai has agreed to make vehicles equipped with Waymo's self-driving car technology for use in Waymo's growing autonomous fleet. Why it matters: The partnership is a significant step toward broader commercialization of Waymo's technology.