Lyft plans to introduce autonomous vehicles in Germany and England in 2024, pending regulatory approval. The partnership with Baidu aims to integrate Apollo Go sixth-generation autonomous vehicles into the Lyft platform by 2026.
Baidu’s vehicles have successfully completed over 11m rides in 15 cities including Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai. The acquisition of FREENOW will expand Lyft’s service capabilities in Europe, enhancing customer access to ride-sharing options.
The Westminster government’s Automated Vehicles Act permits the operation of self-driving vehicles on English roads by 2026.
David Risher, Lyft CEO, shared, “Our partnership with Baidu is all about creating a great customer experience.”
Robin Li, co-founder of Baidu, shared, “This collaboration represents our commitment to making autonomous mobility accessible worldwide.”
