Waymo has introduced their self-driving ride-hailing service to Orlando, as well as Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. This brings Waymo’s total commercial metro areas to 10.
Waymo in Orlando
Riders in these cities who have downloaded the Waymo app will receive an invitation to take local rides on a rolling basis to ensure a seamless launch as Waymo scales their operations ahead of opening the service to everyone later this year.
“Waymo is serving more riders than ever, as we are on track to serve over one million rides per week by the end of this year,” said Tekedra Mawakana, co-CEO of Waymo. “Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando are critical to our plans, as we lay groundwork for service in 20+ cities. Each community has its own unique charm and transportation needs, and we’re eager to provide a safe, reliable, and magical way for locals and visitors to travel.”
“We’ve been working with Waymo for several months to make today’s announcement possible,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer. “The launch of their commercial service in Orlando is another example of our city’s forward thinking and commitment to innovation. Starting today, our residents will have another option to safely move about the area, and our visitors will be welcomed with the world class mobility they deserve. Welcome to Orlando, Waymo!”
Waymo’s map of Orlando service includes Universal Orlando Resort, parts of Walt Disney World Resort, and the Orlando International Airport.
Waymo is working closely with Lighthouse Central Florida — an organization that empowers individuals with vision loss to lead independent and fulfilling lives — to ensure the service meets the diverse needs of residents.
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