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Uber and Pony.ai to Deploy 2,000 Robotaxis Across Five European Cities
WHY IT MATTERS
The rollout signals a significant step toward autonomous mobility in Europe, potentially reshaping urban transport and reducing reliance on human drivers.
What happened
Uber Technologies and Chinese autonomous‑driving startup Pony. ai have announced a partnership to introduce 2,000 robotaxis to Europe.
The initiative, which began in Zagreb, Croatia, will now expand to four additional European cities, bringing the total to five. The move marks a significant scaling effort for autonomous vehicle deployment in the region, aiming to provide a new, driver‑less transportation option to urban commuters.
While specific city names and timelines have not yet been disclosed, the partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to expanding their autonomous fleet beyond the United States.
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Uber and Pony.ai plan to bring 2,000 robotaxis to Europe
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