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Lyft Inc. is pushing forward with a new partnership with Benteler Group to deploy autonomous shuttles in the United States by the end of 2026.
Lyft Inc. is pushing forward with a new partnership with Benteler Group to deploy autonomous shuttles in the United States by the end of 2026. In a move aimed at catching up with rival Uber Technologies Inc. in the race to offer driverless rides, the company aims to secure its place in this rapidly growing innovation space.
According to Lyft, the autonomous shuttle program will begin rolling out in early 2026 in the United States. The Holon vehicles will be supplied by Benteler Group and primarily deployed in collaboration with airports and major cities. This decision stems from Lyft’s recent business resurgence at U.S. airports, the company shared in a statement on July 25.
Additionally, Lyft plans to work with Benteler’s sister company, Benteler Trading International, to manage vehicle ownership and provide financing for future fleet expansion.
Lyft’s autonomous shuttles
The Holon shuttles are built without steering controls or pedals. They are rectangular minibuses designed to carry up to 15 passengers. With a top speed of 37 km/h (23 mph), the vehicles are equipped with lidar and radar sensors and 11 cameras, allowing them to operate at Level 4 autonomy. They use autonomous driving technology from Mobileye Global Inc., a company backed by Intel Corp., with which Lyft has also partnered to launch a robotaxi fleet next year.
Tobias Liebelt, CEO of Benteler Mobility, said in the statement that the company is thrilled to team up with Lyft. “Lyft’s ambitious and innovative culture matches our own. This partnership will allow us to turn ambition into deployment—bringing safe, efficient, and accessible mobility to the streets faster than ever before. Let’s make it happen,” Liebelt added.
Last November, Holon submitted a request for a temporary exemption to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding certain driver control requirements. The agency has not yet ruled on the request.
Lyft is forming agreements with autonomous vehicle manufacturers and tech providers as it prepares to launch its first driverless rides in Atlanta later this year, in collaboration with May Mobility. Although it started shortly after Uber, the company has worked to position itself as a strong competitor in the emerging autonomous mobility market, with bold initiatives like the Holon shuttles.
Lyft expands its autonomous vehicle collaborations
Lyft has not yet disclosed the specific locations where it plans to deploy the autonomous shuttles. However, the company stated it will begin testing in coordination with local communities and policymakers to ensure the new service delivers benefits across the board.
This initiative marks another step in Lyft’s expansion into the autonomous vehicle sector, adding to existing partnerships with companies such as May Mobility, Mobileye, Marubeni, and Nexar. By combining advanced technology, data collection, fleet management, and manufacturing capabilities, Lyft aims to broaden its service offering, enhance urban mobility, and contribute to a more connected world.
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