It’s getting even more fabulous in Las Vegas!

Starting today, Uber riders in Las Vegas can now be matched with an all-electric Motional IONIQ 5 robotaxi — unlocking an exciting new way to hit the jackpot on the Strip.

At launch, the service will be available at designated locations along Las Vegas Boulevard, including rideshare zones at the Resorts World Las Vegas and Encore at the Wynn Las Vegas — plus curbside throughout Downtown and the Town Square shopping district near the airport – with plans to expand the operating area in the future.

Here’s what to expect when matched with a Motional Robotaxi on Uber:

• Request a ride: Riders who request an UberX, Uber Electric, Uber Comfort, or Uber Comfort Electric may be matched with a Motional robotaxi — at no additional cost. If matched, riders will receive a notification each time and will always have the option to accept or switch to a non-AV ride.
  
  
• Start the ride: Once the Motional robotaxi arrives, riders can unlock the vehicle and start the trip - all from the familiar Uber app. And, once inside the vehicle, they’ll be welcomed by audio cues reminding them to close the doors and fasten their seat belts.
  
  
• Ride preferences: Uber customers in Las Vegas – residents and visitors alike – who are excited about riding in a robotaxi can boost their chances of getting matched by opting in to the Ride Preferences section of their Uber app under Settings.
  
  
• Ride support: Uber and Motional both put safety at the center of operations, and Motional’s robotaxis meet all of Uber’s Autonomous Safety Guidelines. If assistance is needed at any time during a trip, riders will have access to human support — available in the Uber app.

Initially, Motional robotaxis will feature a vehicle operator monitoring the road ahead from behind the steering wheel. A fully driverless service — with no human operator in the vehicle — is expected to begin by the end of this year.

We’re proud to keep building our partnership with Motional as we continue to scale the world’s largest hybrid network. Request your ride today! 🚀