Uber has announced the launch of Waymo autonomous vehicle (AV) rides in Austin, Texas, available exclusively through the Uber app. Riders requesting UberX, Uber Green, Uber Comfort, or Uber Comfort Electric may now be matched with a Waymo all-electric Jaguar I-PACE AV at no additional cost.

Key features of the Waymo-Uber partnership in Austin:

- Seamless integration: Riders can unlock the Waymo vehicle, open the trunk, and start the trip directly from the Uber app.
- Safety priority: Waymo's autonomous system, with tens of millions of miles of real-world driving experience, meets Uber’s safety standards.
- Opt-in for more AV rides: Riders in Austin can increase their chances of being matched with a Waymo by adjusting their ride preferences in the Uber app.
- Operating area: At launch, Waymo rides will cover 37 square miles of Austin, including Hyde Park, Downtown, and Montopolis, with expansion planned.

Next stop: Atlanta.

Uber and Waymo are also preparing to bring the autonomous ride-hailing service to Atlanta, where employees are currently testing the system before a broader public rollout.

This partnership marks another step in Uber’s mission to integrate autonomous technology with human-driven rides, making transportation more accessible, sustainable, and cost-effective.

For more details, visit Waymo.