Waymo is expanding its autonomous vehicle taxi program to Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando, marking a significant step in the company's nationwide rollout. The Google-owned company announced that public riders can now access its fully autonomous ride-hailing service in these four cities, though initially only for a limited number of users.

To start, the service will be available to a small group of people with the Waymo app, with new riders being invited on a rolling basis. The company plans to scale operations throughout the year before opening the service to everyone. This expansion builds on Waymo's existing presence in ten commercial metro areas, including Miami, where service began in January.

Waymo's aggressive expansion strategy demonstrates growing confidence in its autonomous technology. By gradually increasing its service footprint while maintaining controlled access, the company aims to ensure a seamless experience as it scales. The addition of these four major Texas and Florida markets represents a significant milestone in bringing driverless transportation to more Americans.