Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Thursday, December 11, that WeRide Robotaxi services are now accessible through the Uber app. Users can book the autonomous vehicles in the Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah areas—two popular districts along Dubai’s coastline.
Passengers can simply choose the “Autonomous” option in the Uber app to request a WeRide Robotaxi, said Ahmed Bahrozyan, CEO of RTA’s Public Transport Agency. During the pilot phase, a safety driver will remain in the vehicle.
The RTA added that this pilot launch aligns with Dubai’s Self-Driving Transport Strategy, which aims to make 25% of all trips autonomous by 2030.
