What Happened
Waymo, Google's self-driving car company, and Uber have ended their robotaxi pilot program in Phoenix, Arizona. The collaboration, which had been in place for nearly three years, allowed Uber passengers to book rides in Waymo's autonomous vehicles.
The pilot program was a quiet collaboration between the two companies, and its conclusion was not accompanied by a formal announcement detailing the reasons for its termination. Both companies have not provided specific information regarding the end of this partnership.
This joint effort allowed Uber users in Phoenix to access Waymo's driverless rides, integrating the autonomous vehicle service into the ride-sharing platform. The program's cessation marks the end of this particular phase of autonomous vehicle integration with a major ride-sharing service in the Phoenix area.
Key Facts
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Waymo and Uber have ended their robotaxi pilot program.
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The pilot program was conducted in Phoenix, Arizona.
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The collaboration lasted for nearly three years.
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Uber riders were able to book Waymo autonomous vehicles through the Uber app.
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The companies have not disclosed specific reasons for ending the partnership.