Pony.ai, Uber and Verne Launch Commercial Robotaxi Service in Zagreb with Gen-7 System
Pony.ai will provide its Gen-7 autonomous driving system for a commercial robotaxi service launching in Zagreb with Arcfox Alpha T5 vehicles, while Verne operates the fleet and Uber integrates bookings and invests in Verne. Partners plan to scale to thousands of robotaxis across additional European markets in the coming years.
1. Partnership Overview
Pony.ai, Verne and Uber have formed a strategic collaboration to launch Europe's first commercial robotaxi service, combining each company's strengths. Pony.ai contributes its Gen-7 autonomous driving system, Verne will own and operate the fleet, and Uber integrates the service into its global ride-hailing platform and invests in Verne.
2. Deployment and Technology
Initial on-road validation is underway in Zagreb using Pony.ai's Gen-7 system deployed on Arcfox Alpha T5 Robotaxi vehicles. Preparations for fare-charging services are in progress, with public-road testing set to transition into paid rides once regulatory clearances are secured.
3. Expansion and Scale
Verne will lead market readiness and regulatory approval processes across Europe, coordinating the roll-out across its network and Uber's platform. The partners aim to scale the fleet to thousands of robotaxis in additional European cities and potentially beyond in the coming years.