Lyft and Baidu Robotaxis Target Europe in 2026

Lyft and Baidu plan to launch robotaxis in Germany and the UK by 2026, marking a major step in autonomous ride-hailing expansion.
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Lyft and Baidu Robotaxis Target Europe in 2026
Lyft and Baidu Plan European Robotaxi Launch in 2026 As the race for autonomous ride-hailing heats up, Lyft and Baidu robotaxis are set to enter the European market. Lyft announced a strategic partnership with Chinese tech leader Baidu to deploy its Apollo Go autonomous vehicles across Europe. This collaboration could mark a turning point for the ride-hailing industry, as self-driving technology moves from pilot programs to real-world services. With plans to launch in Germany and the United Kingdom in 2026, pending regulatory approval, Lyft is betting on a future where human drivers and robotaxis work side by side. Image Credits:Lyft Lyft’s European Expansion with Robotaxis Lyft has primarily focused on the U.S. ride-hailing market since its launch in 2012, while rivals like Uber have pursued aggressive global expansion and diversification into delivery services. That changed in 2025 when Lyft acquired FREENOW, a German multi-mobility platform, giving the company a direct entry into Europ…