The partnership leverages a joint-deployment model designed to stabilize the economics of driverless transport. Pony.ai contributes its Level 4 autonomous driving software and hardware, while Uber integrates these vehicles into its existing mobility platform, handling booking, payment, and customer support. Local fleet partners will manage the day-to-day maintenance and operational logistics in each respective market.
Pony.ai and Uber Scale Robotaxi Fleet Across Europe
Following a successful pilot in Zagreb, Pony.ai and Uber are accelerating their autonomous mobility strategy with plans to deploy over 2,000 robotaxis across four additional European cities. The expansion marks a pivotal transition for the companies, moving from localized testing toward repeatable, large-scale commercial operations.
This agreement builds on the momentum generated in May 2025, when the two firms first aligned to bring autonomous vehicles to international markets. By utilizing a hybrid approach—combining robotaxis with Uber’s existing network of human drivers—the companies aim to replicate the commercial success Pony.ai has already achieved in China’s tier-one cities. Beyond the European rollout, the collaboration includes explicit plans for future expansion into the Middle East, signaling a broader intent to standardize their autonomous infrastructure globally.
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