Pony.ai Inc., a Guangzhou-based autonomous driving company, is preparing to launch its robotaxi services in Hong Kong, joining Baidu in the race to provide driverless commuting solutions in the city. As part of its expansion plans, Pony.ai aims to roll out robotaxi services initially for airport staff at Hong Kong International Airport, with future plans to expand to other urban areas. The company has yet to announce a specific timeline for the service launch.
This move places Pony.ai in direct competition with Baidu, the Chinese AI giant, which received approval from the Hong Kong government in November to conduct driverless taxi trials in the North Lantau area. Pony.ai has already secured robotaxi service licenses in major Chinese cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, and is now looking to broaden its reach by exploring markets in South Korea, Luxembourg, the Middle East, and other international regions.
Pony.ai’s entry into the Hong Kong market is part of a broader strategy to expand its autonomous vehicle operations globally, capitalizing on the growing demand for self-driving technology in transportation services.
