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The RTA has commenced commercial operations involving autonomous taxis.

ATK.AI • 30.03.2026 18:53
DUBAI, March 30, 2026 (WAM) -- The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has announced the commencement of commercial operations for its autonomous taxi service in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah in collaboration with Apollo Go and WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD). WeRide vehicles will be available to the public through the Uber application, while Tawasul Transport will be responsible for fleet management and operations. Apollo Go, a subsidiary of Baidu, is providing autonomous mobility services through the Apollo Go app in partnership with Dubai Taxi Corporation. This initiative reflects Dubai's commitment to adopting smart mobility solutions and transforming its visions and strategies into tangible projects and initiatives. The start of commercial operations strengthens Dubai's position as an ideal destination for the expansion of global autonomous driving companies, supported by its advanced infrastructure, clear strategic vision, and readiness of its smart systems. Additionally, it contributes to achieving the objectives of the Dubai Autonomous Driving Transport Strategy and reinforces Dubai's global leadership in adopting future mobility solutions. Apollo Go and WeRide vehicles are available in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah, two of Dubai's most vibrant neighborhoods near public beaches, allowing users to seamlessly book rides through both the Uber and Apollo Go applications. The initial phase of commercial deployment involves the deployment of 100 autonomous taxis within Dubai's transportation network, with plans for gradual fleet expansion in response to increasing demand for smart mobility solutions and the emirate's focus on advanced transportation technologies in the coming years. Prior to the launch, operational trials of autonomous vehicles were conducted on designated roads throughout Dubai, assessing system performance and ensuring readiness for deployment in the emirate's traffic environment; this process was carried out in accordance with the highest safety and operational standards. Autonomous vehicles operate within an integrated system supported by artificial intelligence, advanced sensing technologies, and autonomous decision-making systems, providing safe and seamless mobility in real urban environments and open roads with live traffic. The autonomous taxis function through an integrated software system supported by artificial intelligence, high-resolution digital maps, and deep learning algorithms, offering real-time data processing and decision-making capabilities during operations. The vehicles can effectively interact with dynamic traffic conditions, including traffic signals, pedestrian crossings, and other vehicles, while fully complying with traffic regulations. The system is backed by the operator's extensive operational experience, having completed over 150 million kilometers of safe driving and more than 10 million autonomous rides worldwide. This background has enabled the development of advanced and scalable operating models for commercial deployment. (Source: WAM.ae)