Uber says it will launch a premium, driverless robotaxi service in Houston in 2027, with the timing described as mid-2027 by multiple outlets. The service is based on a partnership between Uber, EV maker Lucid, and autonomous driving company Nuro. According to the reports, the robotaxis will use Lucid EVs and will be equipped with Nuro’s self-driving system. The Houston launch is framed as Uber’s second market for this robotaxi offering in the United States, expanding on its existing deployment plan. Several sources also note that the move places Uber in direct competitive proximity to Alphabet’s Waymo, which operates autonomous vehicle services in parts of the US. Overall, the coverage centers on Uber’s scheduled Houston rollout, the vehicle and technology providers involved (Lucid and Nuro), and the competitive context with Waymo.