Wayve, a leader in self-learning autonomous mobility, broadens its global reach with a new testing facility in Germany, advancing AI-driven driving technology to foster safer, smarter mobility solutions.
Wayve, a UK-based startup specializing in self-driving technology, has set up an on-road testing and development hub in Germany to amplify its automated driving technology. With the introduction of a new fleet of Wayve test vehicles, this move underscores the brand’s plans to improve assisted and automated driving capabilities.
Located in Baden-Württemberg, the new facility will work on improving lane change assistance and progressing automated driving solutions for mass production. Wayve plans to expedite product development and collaborate with German automakers and Tier 1 suppliers, particularly in software development, by leveraging the region’s skilled engineering workforce.
The move reinforces the company’s global growth plan, following a successful $1.05 billion Series C funding round and on-road trials in the UK and the US.
Wayve’s next-generation AV2.0 technology surpasses conventional autonomous driving systems by eliminating the need for high-definition maps and complex sensors. Wayve AI acquires knowledge from real-world driving data, enabling it to adjust to unfamiliar and unforeseen road conditions instantly.
Germany’s diverse conditions, spanning from fast-paced Autobahns to complex urban environments, provide a crucial testing ground for refining Wayve’s AI-powered Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) capabilities.
Wayve’s co-founder and CEO, Alex Kendall, expressed enthusiasm about the company’s global expansion in 2025, highlighting their excitement to establish operations in Germany. Kendall emphasized that Germany’s rich automotive heritage and deep engineering expertise make it an ideal location to accelerate the development and deployment of AI-powered driving technology.
Shifting towards AI-driven mobility, Wayve seeks to establish its technology as a versatile, vehicle-agnostic platform that seamlessly integrates into any vehicle. The approach boosts safety, efficiency, and scalability, positioning it as a transformative solution for the future of automated driving.
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