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Uber & Nuro Launch Robotaxi Service in Houston
17 Jun
Summary
- Uber's premium robotaxi service with Nuro and Lucid begins in mid-2027.
- A 50,000-square-foot facility in Houston will support the autonomous fleet.
- Uber invests $500 million in Lucid and Nuro for autonomous vehicle development.
Uber is set to introduce a premium robotaxi service in Houston starting mid-2027, expanding its autonomous mobility efforts. This initiative, a collaboration with autonomous vehicle startup Nuro and EV maker Lucid, follows their initial launch in the San Francisco Bay Area.
The service will operate exclusively through the Uber network, with plans for future expansion into additional markets. A substantial 50,000-square-foot facility has been secured in Houston to serve as the central hub for the autonomous robotaxi program. This dedicated space will facilitate essential operations such as charging, repairs, maintenance, and cleaning for the fleet at scale.
Uber has demonstrated significant commitment through direct investments totaling approximately $500 million in both Lucid and Nuro. Furthermore, Uber has committed to purchasing at least 35,000 robotaxi-ready Lucid vehicles. This strategic move positions Uber to compete directly with other autonomous vehicle firms in key markets.
