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Uber and WeRide Launch Fully Driverless Robotaxis in Dubai

31 March, 2026.Technology and Science.9 sources

Key Takeaways

Dubai launches fully driverless robotaxi service in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim.
Riders book via Uber app's Autonomous option; service operates without safety driver.
RTA endorsement ties rollout to Dubai's 2030 autonomous-mobility goals.

Pilot to Commercial Launch

Uber and WeRide launched fully driverless robotaxi operations in Dubai.

“WeRide and Uber have launched fully driverless robotaxi fare-charging operations in Dubai, with public commercial service beginning across the Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim districts in partnership with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)”

Automotive World

Riders can book vehicles through Uber's app without a human safety operator.

Automotive World

The deployment follows a supervised pilot that included safety operators and free rides.

Uber’s Growing Stake in WeRide

Uber increased its equity stake in WeRide to 5.82%.

The stake is valued at approximately $150 million.

Benzinga

WeRide has committed to deploying at least 1,200 robotaxis across the Middle East.

RTA Endorses Deployment

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority issued driverless vehicle trial permits.

“- 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 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”

Investing News Network

The permit covers multiple commercial and industrial areas.

The launch supports Dubai’s goal of 25% autonomous journeys by 2030.

Commercial Operations Begin

Public commercial operations began without a vehicle operator.

Tawasul manages the vehicles on the Uber platform.

mezha.net

Riders can book through Uber’s Autonomous option.

Global Expansion and Growth

The Dubai launch is part of WeRide’s broader international push.

“WeRide and Uber Launch Fully Driverless Robotaxi Fare-Charging Operations in Dubai, Accelerating Autonomous Mobility in the Middle East Rhea-AI Summary WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) and Uber launched fully driverless, fare‑charging Robotaxi operations in Dubai on March 31, 2026, starting service in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim”