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Mercedes-Benz to Launch Level 4 Robotaxi Service in Abu Dhabi With Next-Generation S-Class
Mercedes-Benz has announced plans to partner with Chinese autonomous-driving company Momenta and UAE taxi operator Lumo to begin commercial operations of Level 4 robotaxis based on the next-generation S-Class in Abu Dhabi in 2026. The service is said to be the world’s first commercial Level 4 service using a luxury sedan.
What happened
jidounten-lab.com reported that Mercedes-Benz plans to partner with Momenta and Lumo to begin commercial operations of Level 4 robotaxis based on the next-generation S-Class in Abu Dhabi in 2026.
Why it matters
The plan specifies the roles of each partner: the next-generation S-Class will serve as the vehicle, Momenta will provide the autonomous-driving technology, and Lumo will handle ride-hailing and operations. The focus is on a automaker’s move into paid autonomous-driving services with a luxury car, with Level 4 commercial operations set to begin in Abu Dhabi in 2026.
Sources
Translated from the Japanese original: /news/merusedesu-s-kurasu-de-reberu-4-robotakushii-abudabi-de-2026-00714b. The Japanese version is authoritative if they differ.