Pony.ai and Uber are set to begin testing Pony.ai’s seventh-generation robotaxis in London within weeks, marking a key step in their European rollout, according to KrASIA. This move follows an expanded partnership announced in August, targeting deployment of over 2,000 robotaxis across five European cities.
Europe’s first commercial robotaxi service is already operational in Zagreb, where passengers can book rides via Uber or local partner Verne’s app, covering central areas and the airport. The companies also have plans involving other cities such as Verne and Zagreb, furthering their presence on the continent.
For Japanese investors and tech markets, this development highlights the accelerating global push in autonomous vehicle technology, which could influence future mobility trends and investment opportunities in Japan’s growing autonomous and smart mobility sectors.