Uber, Pony.ai, and Verne Partner to Launch Europe's First Robotaxi Service

Uber, Pony.ai, and Verne have announced a strategic partnership to launch Europe's first commercial robotaxi service, starting in Zagreb, Croatia. Under the agreement, Pony.ai will provide the autonomous driving system, while Uber contributes its global mobility platform and Verne manages the operational framework. Pony.ai has set ambitious scaling targets, aiming to operate 3,000 robotaxis across more than 20 cities by 2026. This expansion is supported by a "dual engines" strategy designed to drive growth in both domestic and international markets. The company has already validated its business model in two of China's largest cities, demonstrating its capabilities in mass production and fully driverless technology. This move represents a concrete execution step in Uber's broader $10 billion autonomous driving strategy. By combining Pony.ai's tech stack with Uber's massive user base, the collaboration seeks to lead the commercialization of autonomous mobility in the region.

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