The ride-hailing giant, Uber, is making one of the biggest bets ever. And this time, the investment is going to be for autonomous transportation. The company has announced that it will invest more than $10 billion (roughly Rs 95,000 crore) to deploy approximately 1.2 lakh driverless cabs in the next six years. This is one of the biggest robotaxi ambitions ever, taking a giant leap towards the future.According to the company, this autonomous fleet is expected to operate in at least 15 cities, with the rollout happening in phases. Rather than replacing the existing network overnight, Uber says that autonomous vehicles will slowly become a part of the platform along with conventional rides that are driven by humans. This announcement indicates the pace at which the race to commercialise self-driving transportation is progressing. Many tech and auto companies have already invested billions of dollars in autonomous vehicles, believing that removing human drivers in the distant future can reduce operating costs and improve fleet performance while also ensuring ride-hailing services are available round the clock.About The AuthorAarohy Kapoor is a dynamic content producer and editor, known for creating high-impact, consumer-first content across diverse categories including technology, home decor, health & fitness, food, pet care, sports and everyday lifestyle essentials. With a strong editorial experience and an understanding of modern consumer behaviour, she specialises in product reviews, comparison articles, buying guides and deal-led content that simplify decision-making for readers.