Uber users in Austin can now enter an interest list for an upcoming service involving Waymo's autonomous vehicles, set to begin in early 2025 across a 37 square mile area. This move follows Uber's past self-driving aspirations, which shifted focus after selling its Advanced Technologies Group in 2020. Since then, Uber has collaborated more closely with Waymo, which has already implemented driverless rides in Phoenix. Interestingly, this exclusive partnership for Austin, alongside Atlanta, deviates from Waymo's typical market strategy, where it safeguards its operations in cities like San Francisco.
Uber app users in Austin can now join an interest list to match with Waymo's autonomous cabs, launching in early 2025.
This partnership comes after Uber's shift from its self-driving ambitions and closer ties with Waymo since 2020.
Waymo's autonomous cabs are currently available in Phoenix, while Austin will be among the new markets to receive these services.
The exclusive partnership between Waymo and Uber in Austin marks an unexpected development in their evolving relationship.
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