Robotaxi Collaboration: Stellantis, Nvidia, Uber Launch Self-Driving Vehicles
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At a glance
- Stellantis is challenging Google and Tesla by entering the robotaxi market.
- The collaboration will see each company contribute specific expertise:
- Production is slated to start in 2028, with the first 5,000 vehicles deployed in the United States.
Stellantis Enters Robotaxi Race with Nvidia,Uber & Foxconn
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Stellantis is challenging Google and Tesla by entering the robotaxi market. The company, formed from the merger of Fiat-Chrysler and Peugeot, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nvidia, Uber, and Foxconn to explore launching fully self-driving (Level 4) vehicles for passenger transport in cities.
The Roles of Each Company
The collaboration will see each company contribute specific expertise:
- Stellantis: Will provide the vehicles.
- Nvidia: Will provide the autonomous driving software.
- Foxconn: Will integrate the software into the vehicles.
- Uber: Will manage the robotaxi fleet.
Production is slated to start in 2028, with the first 5,000 vehicles deployed in the United States. The ultimate goal is to expand the service worldwide, including Europe. “Autonomous mobility opens the doors to new, more convenient transport choices for customers,” stated Stellantis CEO antonio Filosa.
Projected Timeline
| Phase | Timeline | Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Development & Testing | 2024 – 2027 | Software integration, vehicle testing, regulatory approvals. |
| Production Start | 2028 | Initial vehicle production begins. |
| Initial Deployment | 2028 | First 5,000 vehicles deployed in select US cities. |
| Global Expansion | 2029+ | Expansion to other cities and countries, including Europe. |