Uber has formed a multi-year partnership with Baidu to deploy thousands of Apollo Go autonomous vehicles on its platform in markets outside the U.S. and mainland China. Deployments will begin later this year in Asia and the Middle East. This partnership is part of Uber's broader strategy to incorporate autonomous vehicles amid the growing popularity of robotaxis. Recent partnerships also include providers like Waymo and May Mobility, and initially, riders will not be able to specifically request a Baidu AV, but may receive that option during their rides.
Uber and Baidu have launched a strategic partnership to deploy thousands of Baidu's Apollo Go autonomous vehicles on the Uber platform outside the U.S. and mainland China.
Deployments of Baidu's autonomous vehicles will begin in Asia and the Middle East later this year, showcasing Uber's commitment to embracing robotaxi technology.
Uber's recent partnerships with various AV providers, including Waymo and Volkswagen, aim to protect its ride-hailing business amid the rise of robotaxis.
Initially, riders will not have the option to request a Baidu AV through Uber's app, but they may receive an option to use a fully driverless Apollo Go.
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