Uber Launches Autonomous Robotaxi Service in Abu Dhabi, Plans for 2025

Dec 6, 2024, 12:44 PM

Uber Technologies Inc. has launched its first international robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi, partnering with Chinese autonomous vehicle company WeRide. The service, which commenced operations on December 6, 2024, will initially cover routes between Saadiyat Island, Yas Island, and the Abu Dhabi International Airport. This partnership marks a significant step in the development of autonomous transportation in the region, with plans for fully driverless taxis by 2025. The collaboration aims to provide eligible Uber trips with WeRide's autonomous vehicles, potentially setting a precedent for future expansions in the Middle East.