Uber’s latest autonomous vehicle partner? Chinese startup Momenta

Uber announced a strategic partnership with Chinese self-driving firm Momenta, adding to its global expansion into autonomous vehicles. The deal, alongside other collaborations like Waymo and Volkswagen, aims to bolster Uber's efforts in autonomous driving globally. WithMomenta’s robotaxis expected to launch early 2026 in Europe, Uber seeks to complement its existing fleet. Meanwhile, Tesla's potential entry with fully self-driving vehicles could intensify competition as both companies aim to dominate ride-hailing services.