Phased Access Before Full Public Launch
The rollout starts with select users.
People who already installed the Waymo app in these cities will receive early invitations. The company will expand access gradually to maintain operational stability before a wider public release later this year.
Waymo continues to stand alone in operating a paid, fully driverless ride-hailing network across several complex U.S. urban environments. The company expects to exceed one million autonomous trips per week by the end of the year. Meanwhile, it prepares to enter more than 20 cities in the next phase of growth.
Designed to Handle Local Conditions
Waymo built its autonomous system to adapt to different climates and traffic patterns.
In Texas, that means intense heat and strong sunlight. In Florida, it means heavy rain and shifting weather conditions. The platform adjusts to local realities while operating on a unified technical backbone.
Riders in Dallas may travel to arts districts and entertainment zones. In Houston, the service connects key downtown venues. San Antonio users can rely on it for citywide mobility, including sports events. Orlando passengers gain another transportation option for major attractions and tourism corridors.
Support From City Leadership
Local officials and business groups welcomed the expansion. Leaders emphasized innovation, infrastructure readiness, and economic opportunity.
Major international sporting events scheduled in Texas could further increase transportation demand. Autonomous ride-hailing offers another mobility layer to meet that pressure.
Scaling With Safety Data
Waymo reports more than 200 million autonomous miles driven to date. Based on analysis of over 127 million miles, the company states its system shows significantly lower rates of serious injury and pedestrian crashes compared to human drivers.
With this four-city expansion, Waymo reinforces its position at the forefront of large-scale autonomous mobility. Driverless ride-hailing is no longer a pilot experiment — it is becoming embedded in everyday transportation networks.
