VW subsidiary Moia announced today the series production version of
Check out the robotaxi version of Volkswagen's ID Buzz.
the fully autonomous ID Buzz minivans that will comprise the company's robotaxi fleet in Los Angeles in 2026. If you've ever ridden in a Waymo, you'll recognize a few familiar designs, like 'start/stop' buttons, an external keypad for entry, and plenty of cameras inside and out the vehicle. I also noticed a bunch of smart choices, like luggage carriers in place of a front passenger seat and linoleum flooring for the passenger who inevitably spills their full Starbucks drink (or vomits, I guess).
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