Uber Rides to the Bank for Its Robotaxis

Uber’s no longer just calling the shots, it’s calling the banks. The ride-hailing giant is in talks with lenders and private equity firms to fund its ambitious robotaxi expansion. And why not? Its driverless dreams are starting to look more like a roadmap than a moonshot.

CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the robotaxis on Uber’s platform are already outworking human drivers, completing more trips and generating consistent revenue. That’s got Uber smelling opportunity, not exhaust fumes.

The plan? Scale fast. Own some fleets, partner for others, and sprinkle in a little software licensing on top. Uber’s approach isn’t about building the cars, it’s about becoming the platform where autonomous rides happen.

And they’re not stopping there. The company’s also exploring selling a stake in its autonomous vehicle operations, a little slice of the future for those who want in early.

Bottom line: Uber’s betting big that the future of mobility doesn’t have a driver’s license, and it’s willing to ride with anyone who can help pay for the trip.