Uber's CEO Dara Khosrowshahi announced that Waymo's robotaxis, integrated into the Uber app, are already more occupied than 99% of human drivers in Austin. This success has exceeded expectations and will lead to expanding the fleet significantly in the coming months. Uber has collaborated with multiple autonomous vehicle companies to enhance its offerings, as it pivots away from developing its own self-driving technology. Additionally, Uber faces upcoming competition from Tesla's robotaxi service set to launch shortly in Austin, raising concerns for existing drivers about their job security.
These approximately 100 vehicles are now busier than over 99% of all drivers in Austin in terms of completed trips per day.
Khosrowshahi said the two companies plan to scale their autonomous fleet in Austin to 'hundreds' of Waymos in the coming months.
Uber has struck deals with 18 autonomous vehicle companies to offer their vehicles on the Uber app, including Volkswagen and Waymo.
Uber drivers in Austin have expressed concerns about the long-term impact of Waymo's arrival on their earnings.
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