San Francisco-based ride-hailing app Lyft has partnered with Motional to launch an all-new all-electric "robotaxi" called the 'IONIQ 5.' The new autonomous vehicle will join the company's other fleet of vehicles, representing the brand's first entry into the realm of driver-free cars.
The new car will launch in major cities throughout the United States following its initial debut in Las Vega, Nevada. In addition, according to both companies, the IONIQ 5 has been designed to be scalable; both companies plan to "introduce millions of riders to driverless technology in the future."
"Building an experience that Lyft riders love is core to advancing this technology, and today’s launch provides riders access to Motional’s autonomous technology in a way that will feel seamless, familiar, and personalized, all on a network they already trust," said Lyft CEO and co-founder Logan Green.
Driverless Robotaxis
Lyft Partners with Motional to Launch an Autonomous Taxi Called 'IONIQ 5'
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