Uber Technologies plans to invest more than $100 million in the construction of rapid charging stations for autonomous vehicles across the United States, the company announced Wednesday. The initiative, first reported by Reuters, signals a deepening commitment to autonomous operations, which Uber views as critical for future growth.
The build-out will initiate with a focus on the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Dallas, with plans for gradual expansion to other cities. Uber intends to install direct current fast charging stations at its autonomous vehicle depots – where daily fleet operations are managed – and at strategically located points within major cities. The company is also forging partnerships with global charging network operators, including EVgo, Electra, Hubber, and Ionity, through “utilization guarantee agreements” designed to support the installation of hundreds of new charging points where they are most needed.
This investment comes as Uber expands its robotaxi services, currently operating in four U.S. Cities, as well as Dubai, and Riyadh. The company is collaborating with autonomous vehicle technology firms such as Waymo and WeRide, aiming to both operate fleets of self-driving cars and gain market share in a competitive field that also includes Tesla, according to reports.
Volkswagen is also contributing to Uber’s autonomous vehicle ambitions. In April 2025, Volkswagen agreed to supply thousands of electric vans for use in Uber’s autonomous fleet in the U.S., according to Reuters.
Uber’s move reflects a broader industry trend toward bolstering infrastructure for autonomous vehicles. Earlier this month, Uber announced a separate investment exceeding $100 million to create charging hubs for autonomous vehicles, highlighting the financial commitment to this sector.
