Autonomous mobility company Pony.ai has become the first operator approved to provide paid robotaxi services linking Guangzhou’s city center with key transportation hubs, including Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Guangzhou South Railway Station.
Passengers can book rides via the PonyPilot App, with fares aligned to standard taxi rates. The service is designed to improve travel convenience for residents and visitors while advancing the commercialization of autonomous driving technology in high-traffic urban areas.
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“By offering autonomous rides from the heart of the city to key transit hubs, we’re providing practical, real-world services which meet the needs of travelers and city residents alike, solidifying Pony.ai’s status as a global leader in the large-scale commercialization of autonomous mobility,” said Dr. James Peng, co-founder and CEO of Pony.ai.
Pony.ai has previously launched robotaxi services in Beijing, including routes to Beijing Daxing International Airport and Beijing South Railway Station. The latest expansion in Guangzhou reinforces the company’s leadership in deploying autonomous vehicles in complex urban environments.
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Founded in 2016, Pony.ai is known for its vehicle-agnostic Virtual Driver technology, which integrates proprietary software and hardware for scalable autonomous mobility solutions. The company operates across China, Europe, East Asia, and the Middle East, aiming to accelerate the adoption of autonomous transportation worldwide.