Waymo and Uber to Launch Self-Driving Rides in Atlanta and Austin in 2025
The partnership will expand autonomous ride-hailing services to two new cities, with fully driverless vehicles available through the Uber app.
- Waymo and Uber will offer autonomous rides in Atlanta and Austin starting early 2025.
- The service will use Waymo's self-driving electric Jaguar I-PACE SUVs, accessible via the Uber app.
- Waymo's vehicles will operate without human drivers, expanding from their current operations in Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.
- Safety concerns persist as federal investigations and past incidents involving Waymo vehicles have raised public apprehension.
- Uber will manage fleet maintenance and cleaning, while Waymo will handle customer support and roadside assistance.