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Waymo has announced its intention to introduce a fully autonomous, all-electric ride-hailing service in Singapore by 2028. This initiative marks the company's expansion into international markets, alongside planned launches in Tokyo, London, and Munich. Collaborating with Singapore’s Ministry of Tra...
Wayve and Uber have initiated supervised autonomous rides in London, marking the first autonomous ride-hailing service in the U.K. Riders using UberX, Uber Electric, or Uber Comfort may be matched with a Wayve-equipped Ford Mustang Mach-E, featuring a licensed driver during the initial phase. This s...
Tesla has rolled out dozens of its Cybercabs on public roads in Austin, Texas, advancing its autonomous ride-hailing initiative. These gold-colored vehicles are designed without steering wheels or brake pedals, eliminating manual control for passengers. This deployment aims to test both the technolo...
Zoox has expanded its commercial robotaxi service in Las Vegas to include rides to and from Harry Reid International Airport, starting Thursday. This move marks a significant milestone for the Amazon-owned company, which has spent over a decade developing its unique self-driving robotaxi that operat...
Uber has been diversifying its offerings beyond ride-hailing and delivery, introducing hotel bookings through a partnership with Expedia, concierge features, and boat rentals in Europe. This shift aims to enhance the travel experience for users, who often require rides and food during their trips. U...
Japanese ride-hailing app operator Go is set to accelerate its transition to a robotaxi business following a successful debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market. On June 17, 2026, the company’s shares closed 10% above their initial public offering price, generating significant funds to suppor...
Pony.ai has launched its robotaxi services for commercial use in Shanghai, China's largest city by GDP. The announcement was made by Lou Tiancheng, the company's Chief Technology Officer, highlighting the significance of this development in the rapidly evolving autonomous vehicle market. The introdu...
SAIC Mobility, the ride-hailing division of Chinese automotive giant SAIC Motor, announced on May 9 that it has successfully secured RMB 1.3 billion (approximately $181 million) in a Series C financing round. This significant investment, described as the largest in the Chinese ride-hailing sector in...
JD.com, the prominent Chinese e-commerce company, has taken steps to enter the autonomous taxi market by filing for the trademark “Joyrobotaxi.” A subsidiary of JD.com submitted multiple applications to the China National Intellectual Property Administration on April 1 and April 9. These filings enc...
Didi Chuxing has introduced its new “Overseas Travel” feature, aimed at enhancing travel experiences for Chinese tourists, just in time for the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday. The announcement was made on January 20, as reported by Chinese media outlet Jiemian News. This trial service will be acces...
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