Lucid and Bolt Team Up to Bring Autonomous Electric Robotaxis to Europe

Lucid Motors and Bolt have announced a partnership to launch autonomous mobility services across Europe. The plan involves deploying at least 25,000 self-driving electric vehicles built on Lucid’s upcoming midsize platform. These vehicles will operate in multiple European cities and countries, marking a significant step in the commercialization of autonomous ride-hailing.

The collaboration combines Lucid’s expertise in electric vehicle technology with Bolt’s established ride-hailing network in Europe. Lucid is currently developing its midsize platform, which is expected to underpin more affordable models than its current luxury offerings. Meanwhile, Bolt has been expanding its services beyond traditional ride-hailing into areas like car-sharing and micromobility.

While specific launch dates and cities have not been disclosed, the partnership signals growing momentum for autonomous vehicle deployment in Europe. The use of electric vehicles aligns with European cities’ sustainability goals and could help reduce emissions from urban transportation. The companies are likely to face regulatory hurdles as they work to introduce autonomous services in various jurisdictions.