Global Scans · Mobility · Weekly Summary

• [New] If successful, Uber plans to deploy 20,000+ robotaxis globally over six years, marking the largest robotaxi deployment commitments announced so far by an EV maker and mobility platform. Car Design News
• [New] At $110 billion, the robotaxi unit is worth more than most standalone tech companies - and its success or failure could materially impact Alphabet's total valuation as autonomous mobility transitions from science project to commercial reality. Fintool
• [New] Investor activity, cooling rents, and widening affordability gaps reveal deeper structural pressures that will influence demand, supply, and mobility throughout the year. Coldwell Banker Blue Matter
• [New] To accelerate electric mobility, Germany's government must focus support on affordable vehicles and end tax breaks for combustion engines in 2027. Clean Energy Wire
• [New] Collaboration with a global ride-hailing platform will enhance customer convenience from day one, integrating robotaxi services into familiar mobility ecosystems for geographical scale-up as Motional's robotaxi revolution continues to gather momentum. Hyundai
• [New] Kawasaki will develop a riding simulator that enables riding experience of the four-legged mobility vehicle. New Atlas
• [New] As climate targets tighten and advanced air mobility continues to develop, the global aviation industry faces one of its most complex challenges today: meeting its net-zero carbon goals by 2050 as recent data shows Sustainable Aviation Fuel production growth slowing down in 2026. Carbon Free Aviation
• [New] The City of Los Angeles is developing its first Mobility Action Plan (MAP), which will guide how LA invests in streets, sidewalks, transit, biking, and walking for the next 20 years. Los Angeles Department of Transportation
• [New] According to economic analysis from the World Economic Forum, autonomous vehicles could generate $7 trillion in economic value globally by 2030, including productivity gains, reduced accident costs, and new mobility services. Programming Helper
• [New] With the launch of Etihad Rail passenger train services, the national rail network is expected to deliver wide-ranging benefits, including: enhance tourism, supporting mobility, helping efforts to reduce emissions, and strengthening social and economic ties between the Emirates. The Indian Express
• [New] For US cities, Cybercab offers a chance to rethink mobility: fewer privately owned cars, more flexible on-demand rides, and the potential for safer, cleaner streets if autonomy is deployed thoughtfully. TESMAG
• [New] As India grapples with rising air pollution and urban congestion, Budget 2026 is an important opportunity to strengthen shared and low-speed electric mobility as a core pillar of clean transport. The Times Of India
• [New] Between now and 2028, North America's mobility landscape will continue to evolve, automate, diversify and electrify. Under30CEO
• [New] Recent projections highlight an unprecedented wave of mobility, with an estimated 165,000 millionaires expected to relocate their primary residences internationally in 2026. Vellum Finance & Patrimoine
• Automation will continue to drive change across mobility, logistics and manufacturing in 2026. Shoosmiths LLP
• Businesses that anticipate regulatory, infrastructure and cost challenges now will lead the next chapter in mobility in 2026 and beyond. Shoosmiths LLP
• A partnership with a global ride-hailing platform will support the commercial launch, integrating the robotaxi service into existing mobility ecosystems. Automotive World
• Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are among the leading U.S. OEMs expected to make notable progress in type certification with the FAA, potentially positioning themselves for limited commercial passenger routes in partnership with airlines and mobility operators. Advanced Air Mobility Intl
• 2026 will be a significant inflection point for the Advanced Air Mobility sector in terms of achieving public acceptance. Advanced Air Mobility Intl
• The Advanced Air Mobility Network will eventually expand statewide, but the first phase covers airports from Tampa through Orlando to Sarasota. WWSB

Last updated: 08 February 2026