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Waymo and Uber Launch Self-Driving Car Services in Atlanta and Austin

Waymo and Uber Expand Self-Driving Car Services

Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. and Uber Technologies Inc. are expanding their self-driving car services to Atlanta and Austin. Waymo will launch its robotaxi service in Atlanta, while Uber will launch its ride-sharing service with self-driving cars in Austin.

Waymo's Robotaxi Service in Atlanta

Waymo's robotaxi service will be available in Atlanta starting in 2023. The service will use Waymo's self-driving cars to transport passengers around the city. Riders will be able to hail a Waymo robotaxi through the Waymo app. Waymo has been testing its self-driving cars in Atlanta since 2018. The company has accumulated millions of miles of real-world driving data in the city. Waymo believes that its self-driving cars are safe and reliable enough to launch a commercial service in Atlanta.

Uber's Self-Driving Ride-Sharing Service in Austin

Uber will launch its self-driving ride-sharing service in Austin in 2023. The service will use Uber's self-driving cars to transport passengers around the city. Riders will be able to hail an Uber self-driving car through the Uber app. Uber has been testing its self-driving cars in Austin since 2016. The company has accumulated millions of miles of real-world driving data in the city. Uber believes that its self-driving cars are safe and reliable enough to launch a commercial service in Austin.

The Benefits of Self-Driving Cars

Self-driving cars offer a number of benefits over traditional cars. Self-driving cars can reduce traffic congestion, improve safety, and free up drivers to do other things. * **Reduce traffic congestion:** Self-driving cars can communicate with each other and with traffic infrastructure to optimize traffic flow. This can help to reduce traffic congestion and make it easier to get around. * **Improve safety:** Self-driving cars are equipped with a variety of sensors that allow them to see and react to their surroundings. This can help to prevent accidents and make the roads safer for everyone. * **Free up drivers to do other things:** Self-driving cars can free up drivers to do other things, such as work, read, or relax. This can make commuting more productive and enjoyable.

The Future of Self-Driving Cars

Self-driving cars are still in their early stages of development, but they have the potential to revolutionize transportation. Waymo and Uber's expansion of self-driving car services to Atlanta and Austin is a major step forward for the industry. These services will provide valuable data that will help to improve the safety and reliability of self-driving cars. As self-driving cars become more sophisticated, they will eventually become the norm on our roads.