Uber and Avride Launch First Robotaxi Rides in Dallas, Bringing Fully Electric Autonomous Vehicles to the City
Uber Expands Into Autonomous Rides With Avride's Electric Robotaxi Fleet Covering Downtown Dallas
Uber Technologies has officially brought autonomous transportation to Dallas. Starting today, riders can be matched with Avride's fully electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 robotaxis when they order UberX, Uber Comfort, or Uber Comfort Electric. The service spans 9 square miles—including Downtown, Uptown, Turtle Creek, and Deep Ellum—with future expansion in the pipeline.
Early Adopters Get Electric Autonomous Rides—With Onboard Specialists For Now
Dallas users opting in via the Uber app’s Ride Preferences will boost their chances of riding in an Avride robotaxi—at no extra cost. For those matched, the ride is as simple as always: order through Uber, unlock the car and start your journey all within the app. While these robotaxis are built for full autonomy, for the initial phase an on-board specialist will sit behind the wheel, acting as a safety monitor. Uber and Avride expect this human presence will transition out as driverless operations are validated.
Focus on Safety, Seamless User Experience, and Future Expansion
Safety is front and center: Uber requires that every autonomous vehicle (AV) on its platform adheres to comprehensive Safety Guidelines. Riders will always have access to live human support via the app, should any issues arise. This combination of autonomy and customer support aims to provide peace of mind during the early stages of public robotaxi service.
Key facts about the Dallas launch:
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Coverage Area | 9 sq. miles (Downtown, Uptown, Turtle Creek, Deep Ellum) |
| Vehicle | Hyundai Ioniq 5 (fully electric, autonomous-enabled) |
| Rider Cost | No additional charge over standard UberX/Comfort pricing |
| Opt-In Required? | Increases chance via app preferences |
| Onboard Safety Specialist | Present at launch (transitioning to full driverless) |
| Support | Human support always accessible via Uber app |
Strategic Partnership Points to Long-Term Autonomous Growth in Urban Mobility
For Uber, the Dallas launch showcases its ambition to blend autonomous and human-driven fleets—a strategy dubbed "the world’s largest hybrid network." With more than 68 billion trips completed since inception, Uber is looking beyond simple ridesharing to fundamentally reshape urban movement with scalable, sustainable, and affordable technology.
For Avride, a Texas-based startup with both passenger and delivery robots in development, Dallas is a proving ground for its core technology in real-world conditions. "Robotaxis are what we've been building from day one," said Avride’s CEO, highlighting the potential for scalable autonomous transportation.
What’s Next for Dallas and Urban Riders?
The Dallas robotaxi pilot offers an early glimpse at how autonomy could soon reshape city travel, with more neighborhoods likely to join as technology and safety milestones are achieved. For now, adventurous Dallasites can experience autonomous mobility, with oversight—and zero added cost—just by ordering a ride through their regular Uber app.
The takeaway: while it’s early days, Uber and Avride’s collaboration signals a tangible step toward more accessible, affordable, and autonomous urban transportation. Curious about robotaxis? You can now be among the first in the U.S. to experience the ride—no hype required.
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