In a recent conversation, U-M graduate Dmitri Dolgov reflected on his role in launching Google’s first self-driving car project and the challenges involved in reaching Level 4 autonomy—the stage where cars can drive themselves in most situations. He shared how ideas from his Michigan research on reinforcement learning now help Waymo’s cars make quick decisions on busy roads. Discover how Waymo’s 250,000 weekly rides are already transforming urban travel—and what lies ahead on the road to full autonomy.
