Lyft partners with Baidu to launch autonomous vehicles in Germany and the UK in 2026, pending regulatory approval; Lyft will deploy Baidu's sixth-gen robotaxis (Natalie Lung/Bloomberg)
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Lyft and Baidu are teaming up to bring autonomous vehicles to Germany and the UK in 2026, pending regulatory approval. According to Bloomberg, Lyft will deploy Baidu's sixth-generation robotaxis, marking a significant step in the expansion of autonomous driving technology into the European market. This partnership represents a strategic move for both companies, leveraging Baidu's expertise in autonomous driving and Lyft's established ride-hailing platform. The launch is contingent on securing the necessary regulatory clearances in both countries.