Waymo and Uber quietly part ways in Phoenix
Waymo and Uber have ended their robotaxi partnership in Phoenix, Arizona, after three years of collaboration. While Waymo integrates the vehicles back into its own fleet, both companies continue to operate independently as they prepare for broader autonomous vehicle competition.
Why it matters
This shift highlights the evolving nature of autonomous vehicle business models as companies move from experimental pilots to direct market competition.
Waymo robotaxis are no longer available on Uber’s ride-hail app in Phoenix, Arizona, ending a nearly three-year partnership in the city, both companies confirmed to TechCrunch on Monday.
The article provides a factual account of the business decision from both companies' perspectives without taking a side.
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