Waymo and Via Partnership Brings Autonomous Vehicles to Public Transit—Chandler, AZ Set for Fall Launch
Strategic Collaboration Expands AV Access to Public Transit Networks
Waymo, the leader in autonomous driving technology, and Via, a major provider of public transit technology solutions, have announced a strategic partnership designed to accelerate the introduction of autonomous vehicles (AVs) into government-operated public transit systems. The collaboration enables government agencies already using Via’s platform to integrate Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hailing service, with Chandler, Arizona serving as the inaugural city to pilot this framework within its Chandler Flex microtransit network this fall.
Chandler Flex Will Launch First-of-Its-Kind Service Using Waymo’s Autonomous Fleet
The deployment in Chandler allows riders of the Chandler Flex microtransit service—already popular with nearly 120,000 trips served—to request and ride in Waymo autonomous vehicles. The Flex program leverages Via’s proprietary technology to dynamically pool multiple riders into one vehicle and match routes in real time according to actual passenger demand. This integration will utilize Via’s advanced Scheduling Engine, designed to tailor service to unique passenger requirements, all while providing the city with streamlined compliance, performance, and reporting tools.
Safety and Accessibility: Key Pillars for Future Transit
Waymo reports impressive results from its existing services, noting a reduction of 88% in injury-causing crashes versus the average human driver. The company now serves hundreds of thousands of paid trips weekly across five U.S. cities and has accumulated over 10 million autonomous passenger trips and 100 million public road miles. Meanwhile, Via's software powers transit systems for hundreds of cities in more than 30 countries, offering scalable solutions backed by billions of real-world transit data points.
| Feature | Waymo | Via |
|---|---|---|
| Autonomous Miles Driven | 100 million+ | — |
| Passenger Trips | 10 million+ | 120,000 in Chandler; Hundreds of cities globally |
| Crash Reduction (Injury-causing) | 88% lower than human drivers | — |
| Geographical Reach | 5 cities served | 30+ countries, 100s of cities |
Framework Offers Scalable Model for Cities Worldwide
The Chandler rollout is designed to act as a template for other cities interested in integrating AVs into their transit fleets. By relying on Via’s transit-optimized software to aggregate, schedule, and track service quality, city governments can now leverage Waymo’s technology without needing bespoke integrations. Via’s system also addresses federal compliance and accessibility requirements, an essential aspect for agencies seeking sustainable expansion of advanced mobility solutions.
Expanding Mobility and Lowering Costs with AV-Driven Transit
Waymo and Via emphasize that making advanced AV services accessible through public transit is intended to improve mobility for millions while reducing operational costs and improving safety outcomes. As cities worldwide continue to modernize their networks, the Chandler pilot could become a benchmark for future implementations. Mayor Kevin Hartke notes that this continued innovation keeps Chandler “leading with forward-looking solutions for our community.”
Takeaway: Next-Generation Public Transit Is Becoming Reality
With the integration of Waymo’s autonomous vehicles and Via’s dynamic public transit platform, Chandler, AZ will be the first to experience a new era in city mobility—one marked by improved safety, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. Other municipalities seeking to revamp their public transit systems will likely be watching this rollout closely as a model for scalable AV deployment in government networks. The partnership signals a move toward more accessible and efficient transportation that can be quickly adapted in cities worldwide.
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