Pony AI Gears up to Launch Robotaxi in the UAE

Pony AI Inc. (NASDAQ:PONY) has achieved a significant milestone in its push for growth in the Middle East as part of its global expansion plan. On May 27, the company inked a strategic collaboration with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority. The agreement paves the way for the company to deploy its advanced robotaxi fleet in the United Arab Emirates.

Pony.ai Gears up to Launch Robotaxi in the UAE

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Dubai has set ambitious goals under its 2030 Smart City Vision, aiming to transition 25% of all journeys to autonomous vehicles by 2030. Through this partnership, Pony.ai will introduce its cutting-edge autonomous driving technology to the city in a multi-phase rollout, beginning with supervised trials in 2025 and progressing to full driverless operations in 2026. Pony.ai intends to integrate its robotaxi services with Dubai’s transport network, which currently includes metro, tram, and maritime routes. Its robotaxis are designed to complement existing infrastructure to enable smoother journeys and reduce carbon footprint.

As a pioneer in autonomous mobility, Pony.ai is gearing up to mass-produce and deploy its seventh-generation robotaxis starting in the second half of 2025. The company’s state-of-the-art autonomous driving system, recently showcased at Auto Shanghai 2025, features a highly advanced AD kit hardware suite that achieves a 70% reduction in production costs while maintaining automotive-grade quality. While focus is on launching autonomous taxis in the United Arab Emirates, Pony.ai also plans to ramp up its robotaxi globally within the next two years. The company has already secured permits to launch in four major markets: the US, China, South  Korea, and Luxembourg. Technological maturity, operational readiness, and advanced vehicle engineering support the accelerated rollout globally.

Pony AI is a leader in autonomous driving, combining AI and mobility solutions to revolutionize transport. Operating driverless robotaxis and autonomous trucks, the company has established a strong market presence in China and the U.S., advancing self-driving technology for urban and logistics applications.

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