Uber and Pony.ai plan to begin testing the Chinese company's Gen-7 robotaxis in London in the coming weeks, the companies said on Thursday.
The programme will bring Pony.ai's latest robotaxi generation into testing in one of Europe's largest urban transport markets. The announcement concerns testing, rather than a confirmed commercial launch.
Uber's involvement places the project within the ride-hailing sector, while Pony.ai provides the autonomous driving technology and vehicles. According to TechCrunch, the companies disclosed the London testing plan on Thursday.
For technology companies and investors following autonomous mobility, the London tests will be a closely watched indication of how international robotaxi partnerships are moving into major European cities.