Lumo Unveils Premium Autonomous Robotaxi Fleet for Abu Dhabi
Lumo has partnered with Mercedes-Benz and Momenta to introduce a premium autonomous robotaxi fleet in Abu Dhabi. The collaboration centers on Momenta’s L4 autonomous driving system, which runs on the latest Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Because this approach uses a mass-production luxury platform, the partnership marks the first attempt to scale a premium robotaxi model. Moreover, the initiative reflects a shared vision for smarter transportation and a long-term shift toward autonomous mobility.
Commercial operations are expected to begin next year, and the partners also plan to expand into additional international markets. Although the technology remains ambitious, the joint effort demonstrates how companies are moving quickly to claim early leadership in high-end autonomous services. As interest in automated transport continues to grow, Abu Dhabi appears positioned to become a testing ground for advanced mobility solutions.
Leaders Highlight the Vision Behind the Partnership
During the announcement, several key figures expressed strong confidence in the project’s direction. Faisal Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Bannai said, “This partnership between Mercedes, Momenta, and Lumo reflects the highest standards of engineering and autonomous intelligence. Bringing these strengths together here in the UAE is no coincidence – the nation offers the ideal environment to test, refine, and showcase the future of mobility. Nowhere else in the world provides the same clarity of vision, speed of execution, and commitment to innovation.” His remarks emphasized how the region’s ecosystem supports rapid innovation.
Additionally, Joerg Burzer noted, “Today, in partnership with Momenta and Lumo, we are redefining the future mobility benchmark by creating premium robotaxis. We are committed to perfectly blending safety with comfort and sophistication, setting a new standard for global intelligent transportation.” This statement underscores the group’s goal of merging luxury with next-generation autonomy.
A New Standard for Intelligent Transportation
Momenta’s CEO, Xudong Cao, highlighted the depth of the collaboration by stating that the project integrates Mercedes-Benz engineering, Momenta’s AI systems, and Lumo’s operational capabilities. He added that the robotaxi service will rely on Momenta’s R6 reinforcement learning model to deliver smart mobility that balances safety with premium quality. As development accelerates, the partnership signals a major step toward fully autonomous luxury ride services and a shift in how future cities may manage transportation.
