The partnership builds on Uber’s strategy of integrating others’ autonomous systems into its ride-hail network, adding to existing deals with Waymo, WeRide, and Avride.

Volkswagen and Uber will bring autonomous VW ID. Buzz AD vans to Los Angeles starting in 2026, ahead of other US regions, with the goal of launching robotaxi operations under the Uber app. The automaker will begin testing its ID. Buzz vans in LA this year, at first with a safety driver on board.

German carmaker Volkswagen and ride hailing company Uber struck a deal to deploy thousands of ID. Buzz electric minivan on American roads.