Uber adds new robotaxis

Uber plans to deploy thousands of autonomous Volkswagen minivans in cities across the U.S., Axios' Joann Muller reports.

• It's the latest in a series of global autonomous vehicle partnerships for Uber, which aims to blend robotaxis with human-driven vehicles on its network.

What's next: Testing is expected to begin later this year, with the first commercial launch expected in Los Angeles in 2026, initially with drivers onboard for safety.