Mobileye to Launch Robotaxi Service in US City in 2027

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Mobileye plans to launch a robotaxi service in an as-yet-unnamed US city in 2027. The service will be vertically integrated, using Mobileye's Moovit mobility platform to interact with customers booking rides, coordinate drivers, and so on. The Israeli company, which was bought by Intel in 2017 before going public again in 2022, says it will start with around 100 robotaxis early next year.

"Mobileye has spent more than two decades building the technologies required for autonomous driving," said Prof. Amnon Shashua, founder and CEO of Mobileye. "Today we are taking the next step: combining those technologies with operational ownership to create a financially and geographically scalable robotaxi business designed from the ground up for global deployment," The company first rose to prominence in the mid-2010s, when Tesla began using Mobileye's advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS) as part of Autopilot.

That relationship lasted until 2016, when Mobileye dropped Tesla as a customer after being alarmed that a driver assistance system was being sold to end users as driverless technology. Since then, Mobileye has continued to work with other partners on ADAS and autonomous vehicles. Mobileye's foray into the US robotaxi market marks a significant expansion of its autonomous driving capabilities.

The company's decision to launch a standalone service in a US city demonstrates its confidence in its technology and operational capabilities. This move is likely to have implications for the broader autonomous vehicle industry, as it sets a precedent for other companies to follow. For developers and businesses, Mobileye's entry into the market may spur innovation and investment in autonomous driving technologies.

For consumers, the launch of a robotaxi service in a US city could provide a new and convenient transportation option. However, questions remain about the regulatory environment and public acceptance of autonomous vehicles. As Mobileye and other companies continue to push the boundaries of autonomous driving, it will be important to address these concerns and ensure a smooth transition to a more automated transportation system.