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Nissan, Uber and Wayve agree to develop robotaxis, aiming for a Tokyo pilot by late 2026
Wayve, Uber and Nissan announced a collaboration to develop robotaxis in Tokyo. The three companies signed a memorandum of understanding to deploy Nissan LEAF vehicles equipped with Wayve's AI Driver technology on Uber's platform, with a pilot launch planned for late 2026 subject to regulatory approval.
- Vehicle: Nissan LEAF equipped with Wayve's AI Driver technology, accessible through Uber platform.
- Timeline: Pilot deployment targeted for late 2026, pending discussions with authorities.
- Safety: Initial phase includes trained safety operators; part of Wayve's broader 10+ city global rollout including London.