You can soon ride Stellantis's robotaxis in Europe
What's the story
Stellantis, a leading automaker, has teamed up with Chinese autonomous vehicle company Pony.ai to develop robotaxis for the European market. The collaboration will see Pony's self-driving software integrated into Stellantis's electric medium-sized van platform. The platform comes equipped with advanced sensors that support autonomous vehicles. This strategic partnership marks a major step in the development of self-driving technology in Europe.
Pilot project
Test vehicles based on Peugeot e-Traveller model
The first test vehicles will be based on the Peugeot e-Traveller model and will be tested in Luxembourg, Pony's European headquarters. The testing is expected to start in the coming months with plans to expand the fleet across other European cities starting from 2026. This move comes after Pony.ai's recent partnership with Uber for deployment in international markets including Europe and the Middle East.
Market growth
Pony.ai pursuing 2nd IPO for growth and innovation
As Pony.ai looks to expand beyond its current markets in China and capture a share of the European market, it is also pursuing a second IPO. The company is already listed on NASDAQ and is now looking for a secondary listing on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong. This move shows Pony.ai's commitment to growth and innovation in the autonomous vehicle industry.