Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2025-12-12 11:58Group 1 - WeRide and Uber have launched Robotaxi public operation services in Dubai, covering popular tourist areas like Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah [1] - The service allows passengers to select the "Autonomous" category on the Uber platform to call Robotaxis, with Tawasul managing the fleet operations [1] - The vehicles will initially be equipped with safety personnel to ensure passenger safety and experience, aiming for fully autonomous operations by early 2026 [1] Group 2 - Dubai's population exceeds 4 million, and the city aims for 25% of its transportation to be automated by 2030, with shared mobility services projected to reach 153 million trips in 2024, a 28% increase year-on-year [2] - WeRide's CFO highlighted the company's ambition to deploy thousands of Robotaxis globally by 2030, benefiting from proven autonomous driving technology [2] - The launch of Robotaxi services reinforces the UAE's leadership in autonomous driving and demonstrates the commitment of WeRide and Uber to innovate in this field [2]