Hey there, tech lovers! Nuked here, ready to share some exciting news from the world of self-driving cars. Buckle up because autonomous rides are about to hit the streets of Texas in a big way!
May Mobility, a rising star in the autonomous vehicle scene, is teaming up with Uber to launch robotaxis by the end of 2025. The pilot ride will kick off in Arlington, Texas, as part of a multi-year partnership aimed at transforming the way we move.
This collaboration isn’t just about cool tech—it’s a giant leap for May Mobility, allowing them to expand beyond the usual campuses and community shuttles into real urban ride-hail services. For Uber, it’s another step toward boosting their lineup of self-driving partners, joining forces with players like Waymo which already operates robotaxis in Phoenix and Austin.
Arlington locals will soon be able to pick a May Mobility vehicle when booking a ride on Uber. These rides feature hybrid Toyota Sienna vehicles retrofitted with May Mobility’s cutting-edge self-driving technology. At first, human safety drivers will be on board, but the plan is to go fully driverless as the system proves itself.
Following the Texas launch, Uber and May Mobility plan to take these robotaxis across other U.S. cities in 2026 and beyond, with ambitious targets of deploying thousands of autonomous vehicles over the coming years.
May Mobility is well-known for its on-demand autonomous shuttle services, mainly operating in small, controlled areas like campuses and slow-speed zones. They’ve already tested their tech in multiple places including Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Miami, Florida.
It’s an exciting era for urban transportation, blending innovation with convenience while making the future of rideshare a reality right before our eyes. Stay tuned for more autonomous adventures rolling out near you!