Stellantis & Bolt: Europe's Driverless Future Takes Shape

Carmaker Stellantis has announced a significant collaboration with Estonia-based ride-hailing platform Bolt, aiming to introduce driverless vehicles across Europe. The partnership is set to begin on-road trials in 2026, marking a crucial step towards integrating autonomous technology into urban transportation networks.

The initiative will combine Stellantis' purpose-built autonomous vehicle platforms, such as the eK0 van and STLA Small platform engineered for Level 4 autonomy, with Bolt's vast ride-hailing network. Bolt, serving over 200 million customers in more than 50 countries, will provide the operational framework for these future fleets.

Deployment will be phased, starting with prototypes and pilot fleets, progressing towards industrial-scale operations with an initial production target set for 2029. Both companies will work closely with European regulators to ensure compliance with stringent safety, cybersecurity, and data protection standards.