Uber partners with Verne and Pony.ai to expand robotaxi service in Europe

Uber is partnering with autonomous driving company Pony.ai and Verne to launch a commercial robotaxi service in Europe, starting with Zagreb, Croatia. On-road testing has begun, and Uber is investing in Verne to support expansion. The partnership aims to scale autonomous ride-hailing, with plans to grow the fleet to thousands over the next few years. This move is part of Uber's broader strategy to become a major facilitator of autonomous vehicle trips, following recent partnerships with Rivian, Zoox, and others.