Waymo taps Avis to manage robotaxi fleet in Dallas

Waymo, the autonomous vehicle division of Alphabet, has partnered with Avis to manage its robotaxi fleet in Dallas, Texas. Under this agreement, Avis will be responsible for the general depot operations, including charging and maintaining the vehicles. This collaboration aims to streamline the deployment and operations of Waymo's self-driving cars in the Dallas area. The partnership allows Waymo to focus on the development and deployment of its autonomous technology, while Avis handles the logistical aspects of the fleet management. Users in the Dallas region will be able to hail a Waymo robotaxi through the company's mobile app, accessing the self-driving transportation service. This move by Waymo is part of its broader strategy to expand its autonomous vehicle services to more cities across the United States. By partnering with Avis, Waymo can leverage the rental company's expertise in fleet management, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of its robotaxi service in the Dallas market.