Uber is increasing its robotaxi ambitions with the assistance of Volkswagen. The 2 corporations are to supply autonomous rides in . They plan to deploy hundreds of the automobiles in a number of US markets over the following decade.
Testing is slated to start out later this yr with human security drivers on the wheel. All going effectively, Uber and VW purpose to start out working ID.Buzz robotaxi rides in Los Angeles in late 2026. Volkswagen AG's MOIA division is supplying its autonomous driving tech.
The ID.Buzz is an of VW's traditional Kind 2 Microbus. The car lastly hit the US final yr for a beginning value of $59,995 for the bottom mannequin.
Uber has been providing robotaxi rides in Waymo automobiles for some time. It's progressively been increasing the variety of markets by which it affords such rides. Waymo rides are presently obtainable through Uber within the likes of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix and .
This text initially appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/uber-is-adding-volkswagen-id-buzz-evs-to-its-us-robotaxi-fleet-140919926.html?src=rss
Trending Merchandise
Wi-fi Keyboard and Mouse Combo, 2.4G Silent Cordle...
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, EDJO 2.4G Full-...
ASUS RT-AX1800S Dual Band WiFi 6 Extendable Router...
TopMate Wi-fi Keyboard and Mouse Extremely Slim Co...
ASUS RT-AX88U PRO AX6000 Dual Band WiFi 6 Router, ...
