Uber Inks Robotaxi Deal With Chinese Startup Momenta

Uber and Momenta, a Chinese autonomous driving company, are partnering to launch robotaxi services internationally. Their initial target market is Europe, with a planned launch in early 2026. Safety drivers will initially be present in the vehicles. The collaboration aims to integrate Uber's ridesharing network with Momenta's autonomous driving technology. Momenta's expertise lies in both assisted and fully autonomous driving systems. The partnership seeks to provide safe and affordable robotaxi services globally. Momenta has a proven track record in China's complex urban environments. The collaboration is intended to accelerate the global adoption of robotaxis. Both companies see this as a key step in scaling autonomous driving technology worldwide.