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Autonomous driving: VW subsidiary MOIA starts robotaxi rides in the USA

A Volkswagen subsidiary, Argo, is launching self-driving cars with passengers in Florida. The company is thus entering the robot taxi market.

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Autonomous driving: VW subsidiary MOIA starts robotaxi rides in the USA

MOIA America, a subsidiary of Volkswagen, has launched its first passenger service with self-driving taxis in the US. The company is offering rides in Lake Nona, Orlando, Florida, in partnership with mobility provider Beep. The autonomous vehicles, an ID.Buzz model, are equipped with a system developed by Mobileye and have a human on board for safety. Passengers can book rides on three designated routes through the Beep app. MOIA America is also preparing to launch commercial services in Los Angeles and Austin.

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