SynopsisUnder ‌the ⁠partnership struck ⁠in 2023, Uber had integrated Waymo's autonomous ​vehicles into its ride-hailing and food delivery platforms.Uber and Alphabet's ​Waymo have ended ​their self-driving partnership in Phoenix, ​Arizona, as the ride-hailing giant prepares to launch a new autonomous vehicle collaboration in the city.Under ‌the ⁠partnership struck ⁠in 2023, Uber had integrated Waymo's autonomous ​vehicles into its ride-hailing and food delivery platforms.A ​Waymo spokesperson said that vehicles used for the pilot program have already been integrated ​back into its own Phoenix ⁠fleet, where ‌they remain available through ​its ​app.Waymo's vehicles are still available ⁠on Uber in Austin and Atlanta."Phoenix was ​our first pilot market with ​Waymo and was an intentionally limited deployment, reaching just over a dozen vehicles dedicated to the program," an Uber spokesperson said.Uber said it is readying ‌the launch of a separate autonomous vehicle partnership in Phoenix, but ​did ​not name ⁠the new partner.The end of the partnership follows Waymo's recall of nearly 3,900 robotaxis in ​the U.S. because a software issue could cause the vehicles to enter a closed freeway construction zone and continue driving. ...moreElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Subscribe Now