WeRide and Uber Launch Fully Driverless Robotaxi Fare-Charging Operations in Dubai, Accelerating Autonomous Mobility in the Middle East

Public operations began today across Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah districts Riders in Dubai can now book a WeRide fully driverless Robotaxi through the Uber app Endorsed by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority, supporting the emirate's goal of 25% autonomous journeys by 2030 DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD, HKEX: 0800), a global leader in autonomous driving technology, and Uber Technologies (NYSE: UBER), today launched fully driverless Robotaxi fare-charging operations in Dubai, as part of the first batch of Level 4 Robotaxis to enter commercial service in the city. This marks a significant milestone in the companies' expanding AV partnership and strengthens their roles in supporting Dubai's driverless ambitions of 25% autonomous journeys by 2030.