Baidu plans to expand robots to Europe with the Lyft deal

Bido Ware cars without driver will bring to Europe next year through a partnership with Ridehailing LiftWhile the Chinese technology giant is looking to expand its self -government cars in the world.

The two companies said that robots will be published initially in the United Kingdom and Germany since 2026 with the aim of having “thousands” of vehicles across Europe in the “following years”.

Luft was very little in Europe until last week when it was closed The acquisition of German -based Ride FreenowAvailable in more than 150 cities in nine countries, including Ireland, the United Kingdom, Germany and France.

Lev and Bidu said in a statement on Monday that the deployment of independent cars “is awaiting organizational approval.” It is not clear whether Lyft will provide BAIDU roboti via Freenow or another product.

The partnership represents a continuous batch from Bido to expand robots to international markets.

Last month, I participated in Bidu with Uber To spread its independent cars on the horseback giant platform outside the United States and the main righteousness of China, focusing on the Middle East and Asia.

In China, Baidu operates its Robotaxi service Since 2021 in major cities such as BeijingAllow the APOLLO Go CAR deportation via the app.

For Lyft, the deal with Baidu can add a distinction point in Europe, which expels it against its competitors such as Uber and Bolt as it looks forward to obtaining a foothold in the region.

Independent vehicles have become a large hub for horse riding companies that are looking for a partnership with companies that develop technology for driver car.

In the United Kingdom, a market targeted by Lyft, Uber was held this year with the Self -driving car technology company Wayve To launch completely independent horse riding experiments, starting from the Spring of 2026.