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Uber plans to deploy 10,000 fully autonomous Rivian R2 robo-taxis across 25 cities worldwide by the end of 2031.
Uber Technologies has been aggressively partnering with players across the automotive-technology and electric-vehicle industries. Now it has a new deal with Rivian Automotive.
Uber plans to invest up to $1.25 billion in Rivian as part of a deal to deploy up to 50,000 robotaxis through 2031, the companies announced Thursday. Uber is expected to invest an initial $300 million in Rivian after the deal's signing, subject to regulatory approval.
Rivian said on Thursday that it is partnering with Uber to build thousands of robotaxis based on its upcoming R2 SUV. The deal could be worth up to $1.25 billion for the EV maker.
In the most recent trading session, Uber Technologies (UBER) closed at $76.66, indicating a -1.45% shift from the previous trading day.
Uber Technologies (NYSE: UBER) is extending gains today as investors react to its landmark partnership with Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) that strengthens its long-term autonomous vehicle roadmap. The collaboration integrates Nvidia's DRIVE Hyperion architecture and “Alpamayo” AI model into UBER's global network, enhancing simulation, routing, and fleet management capabilities across its mobility ecosystem.
Bank of America said Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER, XETRA:UT8)'s medium-term autonomous vehicle (AV) supply outlook has significantly improved following the company's expanded partnership with Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA, XETRA:NVD). Uber and Nvidia announced plans to launch Level 4 robotaxis in 28 global cities by 2028, beginning with LA and San Francisco in the first half of 2027.
AI chip leader Nvidia is getting more involved in the self-driving car race. That's lifting shares of its partners' stocks.
UBER launches Motional-powered robotaxis in Las Vegas with Hyundai Ioniq 5, expanding its AV push across U.S. cities and global markets.
Uber and Nvidia aim to launch autonomous ride-hailing in up to 28 cities in less than two years.
Uber Technologies ( NYSE:UBER | UBER Price Prediction ) shares climbed 5% in morning trading today after the company announced its long-anticipated autonomous robotaxi fleet will launch in Los Angeles and San Francisco in the first half of 2027 before expanding to 28 cities globally by 2028.