Uber and Pony.ai to Launch Robotaxi Service in London

Key Facts

1Uber and Pony.ai plan to launch a robotaxi service in London as part of an expansion into Europe.

2Testing of Pony.ai's Gen-7 robotaxis in London is set to begin in the coming weeks.

Uber and Pony.ai plan to launch a robotaxi service in London as part of an expansion into Europe. TechCrunch reported that testing of Pony.ai's Gen-7 autonomous vehicles is set to begin in the city within the coming weeks.

The move is part of an expanded partnership to deploy driverless car technology across the European market. This strategic expansion into a major capital is expected to support the long-term growth narrative for the companies involved in the autonomous driving sector.