Waymo launches no-waitlist robotaxi service in Dallas, opens to everyone
Waymo has removed the waitlist for its Dallas robotaxi service, making rides available to all residents and visitors through the app. Service to Dallas Love Field Airport remains unavailable for now.
Waymo said Tuesday that its self-driving taxi service in Dallas is now open to everyone. The company removed the waiting list, so anyone can download the Waymo app and hail a robotaxi immediately. The move is part of the Alphabet-owned company’s broader push to expand its autonomous driving technology in Europe, the UK, and the US.
Riders cannot yet book trips to Dallas Love Field Airport. Waymo said it is still testing self-driving vehicles at the airport and expects to serve passengers there soon.
Waymo first established a presence in Dallas last year, testing on public streets and laying out plans to launch commercial service in 2026. The company works with Avis Budget Group to manage its fleet of all-electric autonomous Jaguar I-Pace vehicles. Avis handles depot operations, including charging and maintenance.
The service initially launched to the public in February with a waitlist. Waymo said about 150,000 riders used the app during that period. The company has now dropped the waitlist, following the same approach it used in other markets such as Phoenix, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
Its Dallas entry has not been without early challenges. In May, Waymo paused service in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Atlanta because the robotaxis had difficulty handling heavy rain and flooded roads. Service has since resumed in those cities, but Waymo says it may adjust or temporarily pause operations in response to severe weather, flood warnings, or real-time conditions. A spokesperson said riders can check service status through the Waymo app.
