This Week in Startups

Lyft announced a partnership with Waymo to expand autonomous mobility in Nashville starting in 2026. Lyft’s Flexdrive subsidiary will manage fleet operations, including maintenance, infrastructure, and depot services, while Waymo rides will initially remain hailable only through the Waymo app before later becoming available in Lyft’s app that same year. The move comes as Waymo pushes into new markets like Dallas, Washington, D.C., and Miami, while also exploring New York City and preparing for test drives to San Francisco International Airport. Following the news, Lyft shares jumped 12%, boosting its market cap to $8.2 billion.

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