Waymo Expands Autonomous Ride-Hailing Service in Phoenix Metro Area to 315 Square Miles, America’s King of Robo-Taxi

Jun 5, 2024, 07:23 PM

Waymo has expanded its autonomous ride-hailing service in the Phoenix metro area, now covering 315 square miles. The expansion includes an additional 90 square miles, extending the service to north Scottsdale and Desert Ridge. This makes the Phoenix area the largest autonomous ride-hailing territory in the US, providing tens of thousands of rides weekly. The expansion is supported by partnerships with the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, and local government officials. The service caters to a variety of events, from low-key date nights to bachelorette parties, reinforcing Phoenix as America’s King of the Robo-Taxi.