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Pony.ai Partners With Dubai RTA To Roll Out Fully Driverless Robotaxi Fleet By 2026

Pony.ai has partnered with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to launch its autonomous robotaxi fleet in the city by 2025. This move aligns with Dubai’s 2030 Smart City Vision and aims to make 25% of the city’s transport fully autonomous.

by Deeplata Garde
Pony.ai Partners With Dubai RTA To Roll Out Fully Driverless Robotaxi Fleet By 2026

Ready or not, the future of transport is pulling up, but driverless. Pony.ai, the autonomous vehicle tech giant, has officially teamed up with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to roll out a shiny new fleet of robotaxis. And yes, they’re planning to do it as early as 2025. This isn’t just a sci-fi fantasy; it’s Dubai’s real-world leap into its 2030 Smart City Vision, and things are about to get seriously high-tech.

Dubai Gets A Futuristic Lift With Pony.ai’s Robotaxis

Pony.ai’s arrival in the UAE is no coincidence. Dubai’s Smart City Vision aims for 25% of all transport to be autonomous by 2030. So naturally, the RTA is rolling out the red carpet for companies that can make it happen fast. That’s where Pony.ai steps in. The partnership kicks off with supervised trials in 2025. If all goes well with the plan (and it usually does in Dubai), fully driverless robotaxis will follow in 2026.

Backed by serious tech muscle, Pony.ai will start mass production of its seventh-gen robotaxis in late 2025. These smart rides come equipped with cost-efficient, high-grade automotive systems and sensory tech that can handle both fast highways and Dubai’s famously dense city roads. Whether you’re zipping down Sheikh Zayed Road or crawling through traffic in Business Bay, Pony’s robotaxi is gearing up to handle it.

From China To Dubai And Beyond

This isn’t Pony.ai’s first show. They already operate over 300 robotaxis in China, offering fully autonomous rides in cities like Beijing and Guangzhou. Their partnership list reads like a car lover’s dream. Picture Toyota, GAC Motor, and BAIC Motor. Also, they’ve recently showcased their latest systems at Auto Shanghai 2025. This proves they’re completely future-ready. 

The seventh-generation platform has been designed to work with various car models, so expect some visual variety. And in case you’re wondering about Pony’s global reach, they’ve already bagged testing permits in the US, South Korea, China, and Luxembourg. Dubai is just their next trophy stop on a world tour of automation.

Also Read: WeRide Just Launched Robotaxis In Abu Dhabi Covering Several Areas, So Hail Your Ride Now

Conclusion

So yes, your daily commute could soon include a driverless ride through the desert city. By 2026, don’t be surprised if you hail a ride and no one’s behind the wheel. Welcome to the future that’s rolling in silently, efficiently, and right on schedule.

Cover Image Courtesy: Pony.ai/Website

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First Published: May 28, 2025 12:38 PM