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VW Robotaxi Hits LA Streets Soon
8 Apr
Summary
- Volkswagen ID. Buzz robotaxis will soon be available via Uber in Los Angeles.
- On-road testing with safety drivers is currently underway.
- Driverless rides are anticipated by late 2026 in Los Angeles.
In Los Angeles, residents may soon summon a Volkswagen ID. Buzz robotaxi via the Uber application. The partnership between Uber and Volkswagen is advancing towards a public launch, with current on-road testing involving a safety driver.
This initiative leverages technology from MOIA America, Volkswagen's self-driving vehicle division. The companies intend to introduce thousands of ID. Buzz vehicles across the United States within the next ten years. Los Angeles is serving as the initial pilot city for this rollout.
Volkswagen's ID. Buzz is a contemporary interpretation of the iconic "hippie van" microbus, designed as an electric vehicle. It features practical minivan-style sliding doors and can accommodate up to seven passengers, making it suitable for group rides. The vehicle offers a driving range of up to 234 miles on a single charge.
