Uber and Waymo Team Up: Austin Gets RoboTaxi Choice
2025-03-08
Uber and Waymo have officially launched "Waymo on Uber" in Austin, offering users a choice between a Waymo robotaxi and a human-driven vehicle at the same price. This collaboration marks a shift in the relationship between the two former rivals, with Waymo handling vehicle technology and Uber managing fleet operations. The service hints at future partnerships in the autonomous vehicle industry and underscores Uber's strategic moves in the robotaxi market. The partnership builds on a previous collaboration in Phoenix and anticipates expansion to Atlanta.