Dubai has taken a significant step toward future mobility with the launch of commercial autonomous taxi operations in key coastal districts, marking a major milestone in the city’s smart transport ambitions.
The Roads and Transport Authority has rolled out the service in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah in partnership with WeRide and Apollo Go. The vehicles are accessible to the public via the Uber app, while Apollo Go also operates through its own platform in collaboration with Dubai Taxi Company. Fleet operations are managed by Tawasul Transport.
The initial phase includes 100 autonomous taxis integrated into Dubai’s transport network, with plans to scale gradually in response to demand. The move aligns with the emirate’s broader push under the Dubai Self-Driving Transport Strategy to position itself as a global leader in advanced mobility solutions.
Ahead of the launch, extensive trials were conducted across designated roads to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance. The vehicles rely on artificial intelligence, high-definition mapping, and advanced sensing systems to navigate real-time traffic conditions, including pedestrians, signals, and intersections.
Backed by a global track record exceeding 150 million kilometres of autonomous driving and over 10 million completed trips, the deployment reflects confidence in the technology’s reliability. Officials say the initiative reinforces Dubai’s appeal as a testing ground for cutting-edge transport solutions, supported by robust infrastructure and forward-looking regulation.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
