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Uber and Waymo Launch Robotaxi Service in Austin 2025

2/5/2025

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Uber and Waymo are set to introduce a robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, via the Uber app.
The service will span 37 square miles, including Hyde Park and Downtown, with standard Uber pricing.
Waymo's autonomous Jaguar I-PACE vehicles will be available exclusively through the Uber app.
The launch is anticipated in early 2025, following a pilot program in Phoenix.
Users can enhance their chances of a Waymo match by joining the interest list.

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Story summary

Uber and Waymo are set to introduce a robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, via the Uber app.
The service will span 37 square miles, including Hyde Park and Downtown, with standard Uber pricing.
Waymo's autonomous Jaguar I-PACE vehicles will be available exclusively through the Uber app.
The launch is anticipated in early 2025, following a pilot program in Phoenix.
Users can enhance their chances of a Waymo match by joining the interest list.