MOIA and Uber Launch Autonomous ID. Buzz Robo-Taxi Pilot in LA

The partners plan to scale up to over 100 self-driving electric microbuses by 2027 across multiple US cities.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:58pm

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A highly detailed, glowing 3D illustration of an autonomous electric MOIA ID. Buzz microbus with neon cyan and magenta lights illuminating its sleek, futuristic exterior, conceptually representing the advanced technology behind the companies' robo-taxi pilot.The partnership between MOIA and Uber aims to bring a fleet of autonomous electric microbuses to the streets of Los Angeles and other cities.Los Angeles Today

Volkswagen subsidiary MOIA America and ride-hailing giant Uber have begun testing autonomous ID. Buzz electric microbuses in a pilot program in Los Angeles. The companies plan to gradually scale up the pilot to over 100 self-driving vehicles by 2027 and expand the robo-taxi service to additional US cities.

Why it matters

This partnership between a major automaker and a leading rideshare company represents a significant step forward in the commercialization of autonomous vehicle technology. As cities grapple with traffic congestion and emissions, the launch of an electric, self-driving shuttle service could provide a more sustainable transportation option for urban residents.

The details

The initial pilot program in LA features 10 autonomous ID. Buzz microbuses, which are Volkswagen's all-electric, self-driving version of its iconic van. Over the next few years, MOIA and Uber plan to gradually increase the fleet to over 100 vehicles as they work toward launching a fully driverless robo-taxi service by late 2026.

  • The pilot program in Los Angeles began in April 2026.
  • MOIA and Uber plan to scale up to over 100 autonomous ID. Buzz vehicles by 2027.
  • The companies aim to launch a fully driverless robo-taxi service by late 2026.

The players

MOIA America

A subsidiary of German automaker Volkswagen that is focused on developing electric and autonomous mobility solutions.

Uber

A leading global ride-hailing company that is working to integrate autonomous vehicle technology into its platform.

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What they’re saying

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to bring sustainable and convenient transportation options to more communities across the United States.”

— Jörg Hofmann, CEO of MOIA America

“Autonomous vehicle technology has the potential to revolutionize urban mobility, and we're excited to work with MOIA to make that a reality for riders in Los Angeles and beyond.”

— Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber

What’s next

MOIA and Uber plan to closely monitor the performance and safety of the autonomous ID. Buzz vehicles during the initial pilot phase in Los Angeles. If the pilot is successful, the companies will work to expand the robo-taxi service to additional US cities by 2027.

The takeaway

The partnership between MOIA and Uber represents a significant step forward in the commercialization of autonomous vehicle technology, which could provide more sustainable and convenient transportation options for urban residents in the years to come.