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Rivian, Uber Partner to Deploy 50,000 Autonomous Robotaxis
The $1.25 billion deal will bring Rivian's R2 SUV to Uber's network starting in 2028.
Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:37am
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Rivian Automotive and Uber have announced a landmark partnership to deploy up to 50,000 fully autonomous R2 robotaxis on Uber's network. The initial rollout is planned for San Francisco and Miami in 2028, with ambitions to expand to 25 cities across the U.S., Canada, and Europe by 2031. Uber's $1.25 billion investment will be crucial for Rivian to scale production and validate its autonomous driving technology.
Why it matters
This deal signals a significant acceleration in the race to bring self-driving technology to mainstream transportation. It provides Rivian with a substantial, guaranteed customer for its upcoming R2 SUV, which is still under development. However, the increased investment in R&D related to autonomous driving is expected to delay Rivian's path to profitability.
The details
The partnership will see Uber initially purchase 10,000 fully autonomous R2 robotaxis, with an option to acquire up to 40,000 more starting in 2030. The R2 is still under development, with manufacturing slated to start this year, adding a layer of complexity to the timeline. Rivian's founder and CEO, RJ Scaringe, has prioritized automated driving technology, shifting the company's approach to an AI-first strategy using large language models.
- The deal was announced in March 2026.
- Initial deployments of the robotaxis are planned for San Francisco and Miami in 2028.
- Uber has the option to acquire up to 40,000 additional R2 robotaxis starting in 2030.
The players
Rivian Automotive
An American electric vehicle manufacturer and automotive technology company.
Uber
A multinational ride-hailing and food delivery company.
RJ Scaringe
The founder and CEO of Rivian Automotive.
What’s next
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The takeaway
This deal highlights the growing importance of autonomous driving technology in the transportation industry, and the potential for partnerships between automakers and ride-hailing companies to accelerate the deployment of self-driving vehicles.
