Houston to Become the Largest Robotaxi Hub in the U.S. by 2027

Houston, Wednesday, 17 June 2026.
A groundbreaking partnership between Lucid, Uber, and Nuro will deploy 35,000 autonomous robotaxis in Houston by 2027, making it the largest fleet of its kind in the U.S. This initiative follows a Bay Area launch and positions Houston as a key testing ground for self-driving technology, with dedicated infrastructure already secured. The move could redefine urban mobility, labor markets, and regulatory frameworks—if successful, it may set the standard for autonomous transportation nationwide.