Uber, VW Announce Decade-Long Robotaxi Partnership

Volkswagen and Uber have entered a decade-long partnership to deploy thousands of fully autonomous, all-electric ID. Buzz vans for ride-hailing, starting in Los Angeles. Testing will begin later this year with human operators onboard, and commercial service is scheduled for 2026. Volkswagen's autonomous mobility brand, MOIA, will supply both the vehicles and underlying software, and each stage of deployment will require regulatory approval. The partnership aims to position Uber and Volkswagen at the forefront of the expanding U.S. robotaxi market, competing with rivals like Waymo and Tesla. The deal advances Uber’s autonomous vehicle ambitions and helps Volkswagen commercialize its self-driving platforms in North America. Following the announcement, Uber’s stock rose more than 4%.