Another entrant to the burgeoning Las Vegas Valley autonomous vehicle ride-hailing scene is set to begin operation next year.

Silicon Valley-based Waymo plans to begin offering locals and visitors alike rides in its self-driving vehicles, the company announced Monday.

Waymo has provided hundreds of thousands of autonomous rides weekly in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Atlanta and Austin, Texas, and officials said the company is looking forward to bringing the years of experience to Las Vegas, with safety top of mind.

Waymo has been closely working with area officials ahead of its planned Southern Nevada expansion.

“Las Vegas has a proud, proven history of setting global standards for unforgettable experiences and forward-thinking innovation,” Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley said

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