Uber is piloting a robotaxi service in Tokyo

"Uber has teamed up with UK self-driving car startup Wayve and Nissan to launch a pilot program for a robotaxi service in Tokyo in late 2026. The program will use Nissan Leaf EVs powered by Wayve's AI Driver automated vehicle technology, which will then be connected to Uber's platform. Trained drivers will be behind the wheel at first, as the deployed vehicles gather real-world data to be able to navigate Tokyo's driving conditions and complex streets."

"The pilot program in Tokyo is just part of Wayve's and Uber's plan to roll out a robotaxi service in more than 10 cities around the world. In the future, the companies are planning to offer self-driving vehicles as an option in the city through a licensed taxi partner in Japan."

Uber has partnered with UK self-driving startup Wayve and Nissan to test a robotaxi service in Tokyo beginning late 2026. The program will deploy Nissan Leaf electric vehicles equipped with Wayve's AI Driver autonomous technology integrated into Uber's platform. Initially, trained drivers will operate the vehicles while they collect real-world data to adapt to Tokyo's unique driving conditions and narrow streets. This Tokyo pilot is part of a broader expansion strategy to launch robotaxi services across more than 10 cities worldwide. Uber-backed company Nuro will also test autonomous vehicles in Tokyo, while Waymo previously deployed vehicles there for data collection. Future plans include offering self-driving options through licensed taxi partners in Japan.

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