Uber, Nuro and Lucid name Houston robotaxi deployment market
Uber, Nuro and Lucid announced Houston as a planned robotaxi deployment market for 2027, with Nuro conducting 24/7 autonomous on-road testing.
Evidence notes
- The announcement named Houston as the second planned deployment market, with robotaxi service expected to launch in mid-2027.
- Nuro said it was conducting 24/7 autonomous on-road testing with safety operators in Houston and the San Francisco Bay Area.
- Uber had secured a 50,000-square-foot Houston depot and pitstop to support future robotaxi fleet operations.
Company context
Nuro develops autonomous-driving technology for commercial vehicle partners, with history in zero-occupant delivery and newer robotaxi programs.