The brief
- MOIA operates Europe's largest electric ridepooling service in Hamburg since 2019, 12+ million trips.
- July 2026: launched autonomous ID.Buzz AD testing in Hamburg, 5 vehicles expanding to 10; driverless 2027.
- ID.Buzz AD uses Mobileye autonomous tech with 27 sensors (13 cameras, 9 LiDARs, 5 radars) for SAE Level 4.
Technical approach
Platform
ID.Buzz architecture
VW's purpose-built electric minibus platform serves as the base for autonomous deployment, allowing rapid scaling across markets.
Autonomy Stack
Mobileye self-driving system
The vehicle uses Mobileye's certified autonomous driving software, which handles planning and control in defined urban zones without human input.
Fleet Management
End-to-end solution
MOIA bundles the vehicle with fleet orchestration software, passenger support and operator training for public and private mobility operators.
Safety Monitors
Human oversight during pilots
During test phases, trained safety monitors remain onboard to intervene if needed, with full driverless approval targeted for 2027.
