Mobileye Drive system powers MOIA’s ID. Buzz AD for Ruter and Holo Ruter, the public transport agency of Oslo, and Holo, an autonomous vehicle (AV) operator, have collaborated with MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, to deploy the ID. Buzz AD equipped with the Mobileye Drive self-driving system. Operations are planned to start in spring 2026. This step follows two years of testing by Ruter and Holo of autonomous development vehicles with Mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

MOIA partners Ruter and Holo to launch autonomous ride-pooling pilot in Oslo, Norway On December 10, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, announced its partnership with Ruter, Norway, and Holo, Denmark, to expand shared, on-demand self-driving transport in Oslo, Norway. From spring 2026, MOIA will provide a full solution, including self-driving ID. Buzz electric vehicles, operating software, a user app, and support services.  The partnership ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/10

ization fleet operations. Honda: Featuring the production CR-V e:FCEV, the first production plug-in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle in the United States. GM Envolve: Demonstrating a technology platform for fleet operators incorporating EV, telematics, and service support. VW: Presenting the ID. Buzz to highlight its use case for commercial urban fleet operations. Fastport: The Fastport eQuad quadricycle prototype is built for last mile delive...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

VW announces access to Tesla Superchargers with NACS DC adapter in U.S. On November 12, Volkswagen of America announced that its ID.4 and ID. Buzz owners will be able to access the Tesla Supercharger network of 25,000 NACS Partner DC fast chargers, beginning November 18.  Customers must purchase a Volkswagen-approved NACS adapter to enable compatible VW EVs to charge using the North American Charging System (NACS) fast charger plug. NACS DC adap...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

MOIA and BVG, Germany, launch pilot for level 4 autonomous public transport with ID. Buzz AD van in Berlin On October 17, MOIA and BVG, Germany, launched a new phase of public transport in northwest Berlin with the first ID. Buzz AD vehicles are now operating on public roads. The fully electric vans use advanced Level 4 autonomous driving technology, developed with software and services from Volkswagen’s subsidiary MOIA. The goal is to combine ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

IAV, Germany, and partners develop autonomous shuttle for local transport On October 8, Stadtwerke München (SWM) entered a partnership with Ingenieurgesellschaft Auto und Verkehr (IAV) to test autonomous shuttles in on-demand operation. Three ID.BUZZ vehicles will be on the test track in Munich from 2026. IAV will equip them with an advanced system that enables level 4 autonomous driving. The MINGA (Munich's automated local transport with ride p...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

tric cars. At the Zwickau plant in Saxony, where the ID.3 and Cupra Born are built, production will stop for a week starting October 6, 2025. The Emden plant, which produces the ID.4 and ID.7, has reduced working hours and plans several short production stops. Whereas, in the Hanover plant, the ID.Buzz and T7 Multivan are produced, will close for five days during the fall break. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

ice increases by VW range from 2.9 to 6.5 percent, depending on the model. The company released 2026 model-year pricing on the Jetta compact sedan, Taos subcompact crossover, Golf GTI and Golf R, and Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport crossovers. VW has not yet released pricing for the Tiguan, ID.4 or ID.Buzz. Pricing on the 2026 Jetta base S trim is up 4.3% to USD 25,270, from the 2025 model year, and the base FWD Taos is up 3.9% to USD 27,975. Both ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

st 1 point for driver chest protection and had marginal protection for the rear passenger’s head. Chinese models including the AION V SUV, EXLANTIX ES family saloon, IM IM6 crossover, and BYD DOLPHIN SURF family hatchback achieved five-star ratings. The Lynk & Co 08 electric SUV and Volkswagen ID.Buzz also received five-star ratings, despite some minor safety concerns. Based on EURO NCAP press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

IAA Mobility 2025: MOIA to showcase complete autonomous mobility solution with ID. Buzz AD On September 3, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, announced that it will showcase its full solution for autonomous driving at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich. The highlight is its custom software ecosystem, paired with the ID. Buzz AD and services for mobility operators. Selected guests can even join autonomous test rides in Munich. At the Summit, MOIA wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

. SUV, the new T-Roc, and the ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE03. CUPRA will preview the camouflaged CUPRA Raval and CUPRA Tindaya show car. Škoda will present the Epiq city SUV crossover show car and the world premiere of the Vision O concept. MOIA will showcase its autonomous ride-hailing solution with the ID. Buzz AD and offer selected guests test drives in Munich. Based on VW Group press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

Mobileye Drive system powers VW ID.Buzz for autonomous operations Mobileye Vision Technologies Ltd. (Mobileye) announced that VW ID.Buzz is equipped with the next generation of Mobileye Drive ECU, powered by four EyeQ 6H chips. With the integration of the Mobileye Imaging Radar, optimized algorithms, and a transparent Compound AI approach, the platform is designed for mobility services and automotive-scale production. It delivers improved accurac...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

melsbüttel depot until the new AD Hub in Barmbek opens later in 2025. Part of the federally funded ALIKE project, trials will first assess basic vehicle functions before gradually shifting driving tasks from human operators to the autonomous system. Up to 20 vehicles of the HOLON urban and the ID. Buzz from MOIA are planned for this project. After completion of the test phase, first passengers for HOLON urban expected to board from 2026. (From a...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

rmance will improve until production by collecting large amounts of data, with extensive public-road testing in Europe, Japan, and the U.S. by Bosch and CARIAD. The software is updated in test vehicles multiple times a day to refine features. The technology is already in test cars such as the VW ID.Buzz and Audi Q8. Based on CARIAD press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/11

C (852). The complete list of award recipients includes: BMW AG: BMW X6, BMW X1, BMW 4 Series, BMW X4 and MINI Countryman Hyundai Motor Group: Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Kia K4 and Kia K5 Ford Motor Company: Ford Super Duty, Ford Mustang and Lincoln Nautilus Volkswagen AG: Volkswagen ID.Buzz, Porsche Taycan and Porsche 911 General Motors: Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Hummer EV Nissan Motor Co.: Nissan Rogue and Nissan Murano Jaguar Land Ro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/26

MOIA unveils VW ID. Buzz AD for scalable mobility services On June 17, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, unveiled Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD, first fully autonomous production vehicle which is designed specifically for mobility services. It's part of a full package that includes the vehicle, software, and services—offering a ready-to-use solution for public and private mobility providers. The complete solution includes a road-approved vehicle...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

ARAI, India establishes BSR test facility On June 12, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), in a social media post, announced that it has recently established a BSR Test Facility (Buzz, Squeak, and Rattle). It is housed within ARAI's Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Lab.  ARAI's new BSR facility creates a comprehensive simulation environment that can put vehicle components through realistic road conditions. The system feature...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13

compact crossover. The Tiguan was redesigned for the 2025 model year and is currently arriving at dealerships. The Puebla-built models are compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and so are taxed only on the value of their non-U.S. content. Under full 25% tariffs, the ID. Buzz is imported from Germany, but is temporarily under a stop-sale order, along with the Golf GTI and Golf R hatchbacks. VW builds the electric ID.4 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/31

Innoviz, Israel to integrate InnovizTwo lidar units into VW ID. Buzz AD On May 13, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. announced an expansion of its collaboration with Volkswagen Autonomous Mobility to accelerate the integration of InnovizTwo lidar units into the ID. Buzz AD,  VW's L4 autonomous shuttle. The expansion is expected to accelerate the integration of InnovizTwo lidar units into the ID. Buzz AD autonomous shuttle platform, supporting MOIA's pla...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

y, operational efficiency, and regulatory frameworks. Talking points included the latest tech breakthroughs, how automation is being applied in real-world scenarios, and the evolving policies that will define the next chapter of smart mobility. New Vehicle Introductions and Innovations The greatest buzz at the 2025 CV Show, however, centred around new product, such as Kia’s PV5, making its UK debut as the brand’s first fully electric van. Bui...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12