Does Chicago have self-driving cars?
Not for riders yet. Waymo has announced plans or started testing in Chicago.
What self-driving services are coming to Chicago?
Waymo (testing). None of these carries the public yet.
Self-driving rides in Chicago
Not yet. No self-driving service carries riders in Chicago, but Waymo has announced plans or begun testing.
| Service | Status | Vehicle | Book with | Airports | Riders since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waymo | Testing | Safety monitor on board | Waymo app | – | – |
Timeline for Chicago
Waymo in Chicago
Testing. Vehicles are on the road without public riders. Book with: Waymo app.
Waymo begins manual mapping in Chicago with a specialized fleet to validate sensor performance in high-density urban canyons. Last reported 2026-02-25.
Uber and Lyft prices in Chicago
We check this page as often as we can, and it can still fall behind. . Area data: Robotaxi Tracker (CC BY 4.0) and AV Map.