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Uber Launches Free Driverless Waymo Rides for SXSW

3/4/2025

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Uber introduces driverless Waymo rides in Austin, Texas, just in time for the SXSW festival.
Riders can access Waymo's autonomous Jaguar I-PACE vehicles through the Uber app at no additional cost.
The service operates in a 37-square-mile area, including downtown and Hyde Park, with future expansion to Atlanta.
Users can customize app preferences to enhance their chances of matching with a Waymo vehicle.
This partnership strengthens Waymo's presence in the autonomous ride-hailing market, competing with Tesla.

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Uber introduces driverless Waymo rides in Austin, Texas, just in time for the SXSW festival.
Riders can access Waymo's autonomous Jaguar I-PACE vehicles through the Uber app at no additional cost.
The service operates in a 37-square-mile area, including downtown and Hyde Park, with future expansion to Atlanta.
Users can customize app preferences to enhance their chances of matching with a Waymo vehicle.
This partnership strengthens Waymo's presence in the autonomous ride-hailing market, competing with Tesla.