Travis Kalanick’s Atoms Explores Entry into Autonomous Robotaxi Business

6 Sept 2026, 10:15 pm · 6d ago · 1 min read · TechCrunch AI

Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick is reportedly preparing his new venture, Atoms, to enter the autonomous robotaxi sector. Kalanick has previously stated that Atoms represents an opportunity to complete what he described as unfinished business following his departure from Uber. While specific technological details and launch timelines remain undisclosed, the move signals renewed competition in the self-driving mobility space alongside incumbents like Waymo, Zoox, and Tesla. The initiative marks Kalanick's direct return to the urban transportation market where he originally pioneered ride-hailing services, now focusing on driverless fleet operations and autonomous vehicle technologies globally.