Waymo Opens Its Robotaxis to Everyone in Dallas: Here's How to Book a Ride

Jibin Joseph· Aug 5, 2026 · 2:31 PM UTC ·2 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 9 views

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▪Waymo is bringing its robotaxis to yet another city in Texas.
▪After Austin, Houston, and San Antonio, it’s time for those in Dallas to experience the company's driverless rides.Rides opened to everyone in Dallas on Tuesday.
▪To book a ride, download the Waymo app and request a robotaxi from anywhere within the service area.

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▪ Waymo Opens Up to All Riders in Dallas — CNET — News
▪ Waymo – Dallas Open to All — Waymo
▪ Waymo opens up robotaxi service in Dallas to everyone — TechCrunch

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Waymo is bringing its robotaxis to yet another city in Texas. After Austin, Houston, and San Antonio, it’s time for those in Dallas to experience the company's driverless rides.Rides opened to everyone in Dallas on Tuesday. To book a ride, download the Waymo app and request a robotaxi from anywhere within the service area. Waymo didn’t share a map in its announcement, but we found one on a Google support page, and it includes South Dallas, the Bishop Arts District, Highland Park, and University Park, among other neighborhoods. (Credit: Google) Waymo began public rides in the city in February, but they were limited to those who had joined an interest list.

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