Lyft Launches Autonomous Rides in Atlanta With Safety Drivers

Lyft Inc. is piloting autonomous rides in Atlanta with a safety driver on board, a long-planned launch meant to help it better compete against Waymo and Uber Technologies Inc.

Starting Wednesday, Lyft will offer rides in a fleet of Toyota Sienna minivans equipped with autonomous technology developed by May Mobility Inc., Lyft said in a statement. Prices will be in line with regular Lyft rides, according to a company spokesperson. The service will initially be limited from the morning rush hour into the afternoon on weekdays and include some evening availability on weekends.