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BK Jun 12, 2025

Waymo rides cost more than Uber or Lyft and people are paying anyway

https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/12/waymo-rides-cost-more-than-uber-or-lyft-and-people-are-paying-anyway/

“I didn’t expect consumers being willing to pay up to $10 more,” Anburajan said. “I think [that] speaks to a real sense of excitement for technology, novelty, and a real preference to sometimes be in the car without a driver.”

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NILI don't trust driverless cars just yet. I'll wait 5 whole years.
5 Months Ago
Creative DirectorWhen suggested tips to Uber drivers are 18%, 20 and 25%, Waymo will usually win out.
5 Months Ago
FAFOI like the Uber driver experience. I learn a ton about the area particularly as a business traveler.
5 Months Ago
Hit the PortalUber and Lyft drivers need to find WAYMO job alternatives.
5 Months Ago
KingofInstabye bye drivers. The one benefit of a human driver is tourist tips or recommendations of restaurants etc...
5 Months Ago
Ad Agency10% more expensive works. If it reaches 20% or 30% more expensive, then people may prefer a human driver. Not having to tip, however, is a great advantage for Waymo.
5 Months Ago
Randy OrtonRather pay more for Waymo. No talkative/smelly driver and no tip required.
5 Months Ago