Pony AI and Uber to Deploy 2,000+ Robotaxis in Europe

Pony AI and Uber Expand Robotaxi Partnership Across Europe

Pony AI and Uber Technologies are expanding their autonomous mobility partnership with plans to deploy more than 2,000 robotaxis across Europe, marking a significant acceleration of their regional expansion. The Pony AI Uber robotaxis program will build on the partnership launched earlier this year in Zagreb, Croatia, and extend into four additional European cities. The companies said details of the rollout will be announced in phases, while the expanded agreement also covers deployment opportunities in the Middle East. The initiative combines Pony AI's autonomous driving technology with Uber's global mobility platform and customer reach.

Zagreb Service Builds Foundation for Wider Deployment

The expanded initiative follows the companies' work in Zagreb, where a commercial robotaxi service was launched in March 2026 with Croatian mobility company Verne. The service is expected to become available through the Uber platform, allowing customers to request a Pony AI robotaxi directly through the Uber application. Pony AI supplies its L4 autonomous driving technology and experience from operating multiple large-scale autonomous fleets, while Uber Technologies provides booking, payment, customer service and access to its global mobility network.

Flexible Fleet Model Supports Market Expansion

The partnership is designed to allow vehicle funding and ownership structures to vary according to individual market requirements. Day-to-day fleet operations will be managed by local partners selected in each market, creating a model that can be replicated as the companies enter additional cities. In Zagreb, Croatia-based mobility company Verne serves as the local fleet owner and operator. This approach gives the partners flexibility to combine autonomous technology, local operational capabilities and Uber's customer-facing infrastructure while accelerating deployment across different regulatory and commercial environments.

Partnership Builds on May 2025 Agreement

The relationship between Pony AI and Uber dates back to May 2025, when the companies announced plans to bring Pony AI robotaxis onto the Uber platform in international markets. Their March 2026 collaboration with Verne represented a major milestone, establishing what the companies described as Europe's first commercial robotaxi service in Zagreb. The latest expansion indicates that both companies intend to move beyond an individual city deployment toward a broader autonomous mobility network, with additional European markets and the Middle East now included in their plans.

Competition Intensifies in European Autonomous Mobility

The expansion comes as other autonomous driving companies also accelerate their international strategies. Uber has separately partnered with Wayve Technologies, which received approval to operate a supervised robotaxi service in London, while Uber is also testing another autonomous driving program in London with Baidu. Pony AI's competitors are pursuing similar overseas opportunities, with WeRide recently partnering with Denmark's GreenMobility on plans to deploy autonomous vehicles in Denmark in 2027. The developments highlight increasing competition among autonomous mobility technology providers seeking commercial-scale deployments beyond their domestic markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many robotaxis will Pony AI and Uber deploy in Europe?
The partnership plans to deploy more than 2,000 robotaxis across European markets as the companies expand beyond their initial Zagreb operation. The rollout will cover four additional European cities, with specific locations and deployment details expected to be announced in phases. The expanded agreement also includes opportunities in the Middle East, extending the geographic scope beyond Europe. Pony AI will provide L4 autonomous driving technology, while Uber will contribute its mobility platform, customer access, booking, payment and service capabilities.

What role does Pony AI have in the partnership?
Pony AI is responsible for providing its L4 autonomous driving technology and the operational and rider-experience expertise developed through multiple large-scale autonomous vehicle fleets. The company supplies the core autonomous driving capability required for the robotaxi service, while local partners manage fleet operations in individual markets. Uber complements this technology with its global mobility platform and customer network. The division of responsibilities allows each company to focus on its respective technological, operational and commercial strengths while supporting deployment across multiple cities.

Where did the European robotaxi partnership begin?
The European deployment began in Zagreb, where Pony AI and Uber worked with Croatian mobility company Verne to launch a commercial robotaxi service in March 2026. Verne acts as the local fleet owner and operator, while Pony AI provides autonomous driving technology and Uber supplies the customer-facing mobility platform. The Zagreb deployment provides the foundation for the broader expansion announced by the companies, which will extend into four additional European cities and include deployment opportunities in the Middle East.