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Waymo plans to introduce a new robotaxi service in Dallas next year, marking its latest expansion in the US. They’re teaming up with Avis Budget Group to manage their fleet of all-electric Jaguar I-Pace vehicles, handling everything from charging to maintenance.
Soon, users will be able to summon a robotaxi via the Waymo app, making urban commutes smarter and more autonomous. This isn’t their first city rodeo; Waymo already operates in Los Angeles and San Francisco and tested the Dallas streets earlier this year by mapping and initial testing.
The company will gradually increase its fleet with Avis to hundreds of vehicles, although specific timelines and numbers are yet to be disclosed. Avis is turning into a key player in mobility, shifting from traditional rentals to managing innovative fleet operations for Waymo.
Waymo’s spokesperson, Chris Bonelli, emphasizes that this partnership speeds up their scaling process and plans for future city launches. The move is part of their broader strategy to extend autonomous services across more locations in the US, including upcoming launches in Washington, D.C., and Miami.
Prior testing and mapping in Dallas suggest a smooth transition to full autonomous operations as technology gets validated on local roads. Avis CEO, Brian Choi, highlights this milestone as a significant evolution for the rental giant into broader mobility solutions, going beyond just car rentals.
Follow-up testing on Dallas streets and the initial fleet size remain under wraps, but the focus is on growth and operational excellence. Keep an eye out for more city launches and autonomous adventures!
