Volkswagen Launches Autonomous ID. Buzz Robotaxi to Compete with Tesla and Waymo
Volkswagen has introduced its level 4 autonomous electric van, the ID Buzz AD, aiming for commercial deployment in 2026 and surpassing Tesla's robotaxi plans, while global players like Waymo, Baidu, and Pony.ai advance in autonomous vehicle technology. VW targets fleet operators and transport agencies, with hopes of European and US approvals, amidst calls for public funding to establish Germany as a leader in autonomous driving.