Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a new agreement with Pony.ai to start testing self-driving cars later this year. This is a major step in Dubai’s plan to bring more smart and driverless transport options to the city.
The goal of this project is to make 25% of all trips in Dubai driverless by the year 2030. The trials with Pony.ai will help the city move closer to that goal. If everything goes well, a full launch of these autonomous vehicles is expected in 2026.
Pony.ai is known for its advanced self-driving technology. The cars being used in the trials are the company’s seventh-generation autonomous vehicles, made in partnership with top carmakers and technology companies. These cars are designed to operate safely and smoothly without a driver, using artificial intelligence and modern sensors.
This partnership is part of Dubai’s wider Smart Self-Driving Transport Strategy, which aims to make the city a world leader in smart transportation. By bringing in companies like Pony.ai, Dubai is showing its commitment to using innovation and technology to improve city life.
The move is also expected to reduce traffic accidents, lower pollution, and offer more convenient travel options for residents and tourists. It’s a big step toward a cleaner, safer, and more high-tech future for transportation in Dubai.
With the trials beginning soon, all eyes are on Dubai as it takes the lead in testing and adopting self-driving cars.
