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In a move reflecting the accelerating pace of innovation in the smart mobility sector, WeRide has announced the joint development of Robotaxis specifically designed for right-hand-drive markets in partnership with Geely Farizon and Kwoon Chung Bus. The vehicles were unveiled at the 2026 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo in Hong Kong to address a significant market gap in autonomous solutions for these regions. According to reports, the partnership aims to catalyze global expansion by providing customized driving systems that comply with the traffic regulations of numerous international markets.
This launch comes as Geely (0175.HK) continues to expand its footprint in commercial and electric vehicle technology, having reported robust annual sales growth in recent periods per market data. Geely competes in this space with major players such as Baidu and Tesla, both of which are aggressively pursuing dominance in the global robotaxi market. Industry analysts suggest that the Asia-Pacific autonomous vehicle market is poised for record growth as major hubs like Hong Kong pivot toward smart transportation to mitigate congestion and labor costs.
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Sign InRegarding market performance, Geely (0175.HK) stood at 18.59 HKD at close June 18, 2026, after reaching an intraday high of 19.05 HKD. Investors are closely monitoring China's industrial production data, which showed a 4.5% year-on-year increase in June, bolstering confidence in the advanced manufacturing sector. Moving forward, market participants should watch for regulatory updates from Hong Kong transport authorities regarding full commercial operating licenses for these autonomous fleets.