Waymo is teaming up with Moove to efficiently electrify and maintain its Miami fleet. By taking advantage of Moove’s infrastructure, Waymo can cut costs and speed up rollout timelines—an approach that has already been tested in Phoenix.
Waymo continues to lead in U.S. robotaxi deployments but faces profitability challenges, common to all Level 4 autonomous vehicles. After recently expanding service to all Los Angeles residents, Miami is next on the list, following quieter launches in cities like Atlanta and Austin.
The Miami fleet will start with Jaguar I-Pace vehicles, but Waymo plans to add new models, including the Hyundai Ioniq 5, echoing the vibrant art deco style of South Beach. This comes as Waymo transitions from the I-Pace, which is exiting Jaguar’s lineup, to newer collaborations with Hyundai.
Testing began in 2023 to master Miami's unique climate, particularly its “challenging rainy conditions.” The unpredictability of weather is a key reason Level 4 ventures have been hesitant to operate in snow-belt cities.
While autonomous vehicles promise to transform urban transport, they still encounter significant profitability challenges—similar to those faced by driverless semitrucks gaining attention in Texas.
Waymo is set to launch its robotaxi services in Miami by 2025, with a full-scale debut in 2026. By partnering with Moove for fleet electrification, Waymo aims to tackle profitability challenges while leading the way in autonomous urban mobility. Look out for sleek new models like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 soon cruising the streets of Miami.
