Robotaxi Services Expand Across US Cities and London
Uber has launched its robotaxi service in London and Las Vegas, with human supervisors initially present. Tesla is also expanding its autonomous ride-hailing service to new areas in Miami, Dallas, and Houston. These expansions signal a growing competitive landscape in the autonomous vehicle ride-hailing market.
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Uber launches first robotaxis in London (with human supervisors)
Uber has launched its first robotaxi service in London, operating with human supervisors present. The service aims to introduce autonomous vehicle technology to the city's transportation network.
Tesla expands robotaxi service to small section of Miami
Tesla is expanding its robotaxi service to a small section of Miami. The company's roadmap also indicates future expansions to Orlando and Tampa.
Tesla is rolling out its Robotaxi service to Dallas and Houston
Tesla is expanding its Robotaxi service to Dallas and Houston, Texas, with new service areas detailed on X. While the service initially launched in Austin with human supervision, Tesla has been transitioning to fully autonomous operation. This expansion places Tesla in direct competition with Waymo's autonomous ride-hailing service in these markets.
Uber robotaxi rides are now available for passengers in Las Vegas
Uber has launched its robotaxi service in Las Vegas, allowing passengers to hail autonomous Hyundai Ioniq 5 EVs through the Uber app. Riders will be notified and can opt out of a robotaxi if matched, with options for human support available. The service, piloted since 2022, plans to remove safety drivers by year-end and expand city-wide, with a similar pilot planned for Tokyo in late 2026.