Volkswagen Group of America’s autonomous mobility subsidiary, Volkswagen ADMT, and Uber Technologies, have agreed a strategic partnership to deploy a fleet of thousands of all-electric, fully autonomous ID Buzz AD vehicles within multiple US markets over the next decade, starting in Los Angeles.
Testing is expected to begin later this year, with the first commercial launch expected in Los Angeles in 2026.
During the initial testing and launch phases, ID Buzz AD vehicles will have human operators onboard to help refine the technology and ensure safety. Each step will proceed only after any necessary regulatory approvals have been received. [Read more…] about Volkswagen and Uber partner to launch autonomous vehicles in the US
