Summary
Robotaxis are becoming more common in parts of the United States, with companies like Waymo, Uber, and Lyft expanding their driverless car services. These vehicles are already operating in cities such as Atlanta, Austin, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco, and more are expected to launch in the coming years.
Key Facts
- Robotaxis are driverless cars that people can use like regular taxis.
- Waymo, owned by Alphabet, is leading the robotaxi industry and operates in five cities.
- Companies including Uber, Lyft, and Tesla are partnering with robotaxi providers to add these cars to their services.
- More cities are expected to have robotaxis by 2026 as companies expand their reach.
- Current cities with active robotaxi operations include Atlanta, Austin, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco.
- Tesla's robotaxi fleets still use human safety monitors to ensure safety during rides.
- Some robotaxi services now offer trips to and from airports in certain cities.
- Many people still worry about self-driving cars, but experiences with them often leave users feeling positive.
