Uber and Waymo Launch Driverless Rides in Austin

Residents can now book rides in Waymo's autonomous electric SUVs through the Uber app, with plans for future expansion.

Uber and Waymo have partnered to offer self-driving rides in Austin, marking the first city where Uber manages Waymo's fleet directly.
Riders can book Waymo's autonomous Jaguar I-PACE electric SUVs through Uber's app at no additional cost, within a 37-square-mile area of the city.
The service launches ahead of Austin's South by Southwest festival, an event that draws approximately 300,000 visitors annually.
Waymo's autonomous vehicles have logged tens of millions of miles and are designed to meet Uber's safety guidelines with 24/7 customer assistance available.
The partnership will expand to Atlanta later this year, with Waymo also planning to introduce its own service in Miami in 2026.