Stellantis has announced a new collaboration with NVIDIA, Uber Technologies, and Foxconn to jointly develop and deploy Level 4 (driverless) autonomous vehicles for robotaxi services worldwide — marking a major step in the company’s global autonomous mobility strategy.
The initiative builds on Stellantis’ recently announced partnership with Pony.ai in Europe and positions the automaker at the forefront of efforts to deliver safe, efficient, and scalable autonomous mobility solutions.
Building the Next Generation of Autonomous Vehicles
The four companies will leverage their respective expertise to develop a new generation of driverless vehicles:
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Stellantis brings global vehicle engineering and manufacturing capabilities.
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NVIDIA contributes its advanced autonomous driving software and AI computing architecture.
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Foxconn supports hardware and systems integration.
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Uber will operate the robotaxi services, initially deploying 5,000 Stellantis-built vehicles in select cities, starting in the United States.
Pilot programs are expected to ramp up over the coming years, with Start of Production (SOP) targeted for 2028.
Powered by NVIDIA DRIVE and Stellantis AV-Ready Platforms
The collaboration will utilise Stellantis’ AV-Ready Platforms — the K0 Medium Size Van and STLA Small — which integrate NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Hyperion 10 architecture. The system features NVIDIA’s safety-certified DriveOS operating system and full-stack Drive AV software designed specifically for Level 4 autonomy.
These platforms are engineered for flexibility, allowing adaptation to both passenger and commercial mobility applications. Key features include advanced sensor suites, redundant safety systems, and high-performance computing to ensure reliability and cost efficiency for service operators.
“Autonomous mobility opens the door to new, more affordable transportation choices for customers,” said Antonio Filosa, CEO of Stellantis. “By partnering with leaders in AI, electronics, and mobility services, we aim to create a scalable solution that delivers smarter, safer, and more efficient mobility for everyone.”
Partner Perspectives
Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO, Uber, commented: “We are thrilled to work with Stellantis to bring thousands of their autonomous vehicles to riders around the world. NVIDIA’s AI innovation and Stellantis’ vehicle expertise will help make Level 4 autonomy a reality at scale.”
Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO, NVIDIA, added: “Level 4 autonomy is a leap in AI capability. By combining Stellantis’ global scale with NVIDIA DRIVE and Foxconn’s system integration, we’re creating a new class of purpose-built robotaxi fleets — making transportation safer, more accessible, and more affordable.”
Young Liu, Chairman, Foxconn, said: “Autonomous mobility is a strategic priority within Foxconn’s EV programme. This collaboration accelerates the deployment of Level 4 robotaxi technology on a global scale.”
The partnership is established under a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that outlines future agreements covering technology development, licensing, production, and vehicle procurement. Each company retains the flexibility to pursue additional collaborations in the autonomous driving space.
By combining the resources and expertise of some of the world’s most influential automotive and technology players, Stellantis’ latest move represents another major milestone in its mission to deliver the next era of safe, intelligent, and connected mobility.
