Gasgoo Munich- WeRide plans to launch what it says will be Spain's first commercial Robotaxi service in Madrid by the end of 2026. Announced in June, the project has received approval for public-road testing and is now moving toward service deployment.
Key Takeaways
·Spain will be the first European market for WeRide and Uber's Robotaxi partnership. WeRide will provide autonomous-driving technology, Uber will connect the service with passenger demand, and AVOMO will operate the local fleet.
·WeRide said it obtained Spain's first operating license for a Level 4 autonomous passenger vehicle from the Directorate-General for Traffic in September 2026, permitting vehicle deployment and testing on public roads.
·The commercial launch remains subject to the completion of operational preparations and applicable regulatory requirements.
·Once launched, the Robotaxi service will be available to passengers in Madrid through the Uber app.
Image source: WeRide
Partnership model
The arrangement combines WeRide's autonomous-driving technology with Uber's ride-hailing platform and AVOMO's local fleet operations. The three companies intend to use the model to support a subsequent expansion of the service.
Background
Waymo also announced its entry into Madrid on October 20, adding another global Robotaxi company to the Spanish market.
