Waymo’s autonomous taxi service will launch in Dallas in 2026
Waymo has announced that it is going to launch its fully autonomous robotaxi service in Dallas, Texas in 2026. Waymo will start its robotaxi service in Dallas, Texas with the help of Google’s parent company Alphabet. This step is an important step towards the company’s expansion in America.
Currently Waymo is operating more than 2866 paid trips every week in cities like Phoenix, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Austin and Atlanta.
The bustling metropolis and vibrant downtown area of Dallas, Texas is an ideal location for this service of Waymo. Residents and tourists here will now have a new, convenient and safe transportation option to watch a Mavericks game, stroll through the Art District or enjoy the city’s trendy dining culture — Waymo Driver
Road safety in Dallas and Vision Zero
Waymo is committed not only to passenger convenience, but also to improving road safety. The company aims to support the City of Dallas’ Vision Zero mission, which aims to reduce road accidents and deaths to zero.
According to Waymo, the roads in the areas where their service is running are safer than ever before. The company hopes to provide the same kind of safety and reliable transportation facility in Dallas as well.
Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert said:
We are very excited that fully autonomous ridehailing services are set to begin in Dallas in 2026. The partnership between Waymo and Avis will bring a technologybased innovative transportation option to our city, giving residents and visitors a whole new experience.
Strategic Partnership with Avis Budget Group
Waymo has announced a multiyear partnership with car rental company Avis Budget Group to manage its robotaxi fleet in Dallas. Avis will handle vehicle maintenance, infrastructure, vehicle preparation and depot operations in Dallas.
Avis CEO Brian Choi called it a major milestone and said:
For us, this partnership is just the beginning — it moves us from a traditional rental company to a mobility solutions provider.
Waymo CoCEO Tekedra Mawakana said:
We are extremely excited to bring a new era of autonomous ride hailing to the people of Dallas. Working with Avis, we will enable more riders to experience safe and stress-free travel.
How the service will work in Dallas
Passengers in Dallas will be able to book fully driverless taxis through the Waymo app. This service will be different from some other cities like Austin and Atlanta, where Waymo’s services are available only through the Uber app.
While the service will initially be launched with a limited fleet size, Avis and Waymo plan to expand it to hundreds of vehicles over time. Currently, road testing is underway in Dallas, with human safety operators present in the vehicles. When the technology is fully certified, it will change to 100% autonomous operation.
Competition is increasing
Waymo’s entry into Dallas
comes at a time when competition in the autonomous ride hailing industry is
getting fierce. Tesla recently began limited robotaxi testing in Austin and
Amazonowned Zoox is set to launch services in Las Vegas. Uber and Lyft are also
pursuing autonomous projects in collaboration with local startups and tech
partners.
But Waymo has more than 100 million miles of autonomous driving experience and operates more than 2.5 million paid trips every week. This experience gives it a clear edge in this race.
Next step after Dallas
Waymo plans to launch its services in Miami and Washington D.C. in 2026 in addition to Dallas. This is part of the company’s national expansion campaign. They have indicated that by the end of the year they may announce more cities where this service will be available.
Conclusion
Waymo’s arrival in Dallas is the beginning of a change Waymo’s arrival in Dallas in 2026 will mark a new revolution in the city’s transportation landscape. It is not just a technological advancement, but a solid step towards safety, convenience and sustainable development.
2026 will not just be a new year for Dallas, but will be the beginning of a new journey — with Waymo
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