Uber users can now join Waymo autonomous rides interest list

ATLANTA - Waymo’s autonomous ride service is set to launch in Atlanta this summer, expanding its partnership with Uber after debuting in Austin, Texas.

What we know:

The self-driving vehicles have already been tested on Atlanta streets in preparation for the public rollout. Once live, the service will operate across a 65-square-mile area, including Downtown, Buckhead, and Capitol View.

What you can do:

Uber users can increase their chances of riding in a Waymo by joining the interest list. To opt in, users should open the Uber app, go to preferences, and select "Autonomous Vehicles."

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Big picture view:

Waymo’s expansion into Atlanta marks another step in the growing presence of driverless transportation in major U.S. cities.