Zhong Guo Jing Ji Wang·2025-10-24 12:56Core Insights - WeRide and Uber have launched Robotaxi public operation services in Riyadh, marking the first deployment of autonomous vehicles on the Uber app in Saudi Arabia, aligning with the country's Vision 2030 for smart and sustainable transportation [1][3] Company Developments - WeRide's new generation Robotaxi GXR is now available for Uber passengers traveling between Roshn Front and Princess Nourah University in Riyadh, showcasing the future of transportation in Saudi Arabia [3] - WeRide's CFO, Li Xuan, emphasized the significance of this collaboration with Uber as a milestone in global expansion and a key step towards intelligent and sustainable transportation in Saudi Arabia [3] - Uber's global head of autonomous driving and delivery, Sarfraz Maredia, highlighted the importance of this partnership in marking a new phase of development in the Middle East, focusing on safety and sustainability in transportation [3] Milestones Achieved - Since entering the Saudi market in May, WeRide has made significant progress, including the launch of the first Robotaxi trial operation service in Riyadh on July 23, and obtaining the first autonomous driving license in Saudi Arabia just five days later [4] - WeRide's Robotaxi is the only one to have passed the regulatory sandbox of the Saudi Traffic Authority (TGA), establishing itself as a leader in the autonomous driving sector in the region [4] - The partnership with Uber also extends to Abu Dhabi, where autonomous ride-hailing services are set to launch by the end of 2024 [4]