Waymo and Uber's Austin robotaxi expansion begins today
Waymo and Uber's robotaxi service is launching today in Austin, exclusively in the Uber app. The companies announced their plan to expand to Austin and Atlanta in September 2024, and Waymo raised a cool $5.
Uber, Waymo launching robotaxi rides in Austin
March 4 (UPI) -- Uber and Waymo on Tuesday announced residents of Austin can now order rides with self-driving cars. According to a press release from the ride-sharing service, starting Tuesday, city residents can be matched with an autonomous vehicle (AV) from the Alphabet-owned Waymo company.
Waymo has doubled its weekly robotaxi rides in less than a year
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Waymo, Uber begin offering robotaxi rides in Austin ahead of SXSW
Waymo on Tuesday began offering robotaxi rides in Austin, Texas, through the Uber app. The launch sets up Waymo to showcase its driverless technology to the 300,000 expected attendees for Austin's annual SXSW festival that kicks off Friday. Waymo is already serving over 200,000 paid trips per week across San Francisco, Los Angeles and Phoenix.
No Driver Needed? Waymo Robotaxis Added to Uber App in Austin
Uber will automatically match users with a nearby Waymo. Those who prefer a human behind the wheel can opt out and request a different ride.
Uber users in Austin are getting matched with Waymo robotaxis
Uber users in Austin now have a choice between a Waymo robotaxi and a human driver. The two companies officially launched Tuesday the “Waymo on Uber” robotaxi service in Austin as part of a partnership that has deepened in recent months.
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