Uber to Deploy Fleet of Rivian R2 Robotaxis

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Uber Technologies Inc. has formed a strategic partnership with Rivian Automotive Inc. to deploy 10,000 Rivian R2 robotaxis in the first phase of the initiative. Initial deployments are expected to begin in Miami and San Francisco in 2028, with plans to expand to 25 cities by 2031. Uber also plans to invest more than $1 billion in Rivian over the next five years.

Why it matters

This partnership represents a significant step forward in the development and deployment of autonomous vehicle technology, which has the potential to transform transportation and logistics. As two major players in the industry, Uber and Rivian's collaboration could accelerate the adoption of self-driving vehicles and shape the future of mobility.

The details

Under the terms of the partnership, Uber will deploy 10,000 Rivian R2 robotaxis in the initial phase. Rivian is currently ramping up production of the new vehicle at its assembly plant in Normal, Illinois. The first deployments are expected to begin in Miami and San Francisco in 2028, with plans to expand to 25 cities by 2031. Uber also plans to invest more than $1 billion in Rivian over the next five years to support the development and deployment of the autonomous vehicle technology.

• The initial deployments of the Rivian R2 robotaxis are expected to begin in Miami and San Francisco in 2028.
• Uber and Rivian plan to expand the deployment of the robotaxis to 25 cities by 2031.
• Uber plans to invest more than $1 billion in Rivian over the next five years.

What’s next

The initial deployments of the Rivian R2 robotaxis in Miami and San Francisco are expected to begin in 2028, with plans to expand to 25 cities by 2031.