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Pony.ai Unveils L4 Robotruck for Europe

14 Sep

Summary

Pony.ai introduced a new Level 4 autonomous electric truck in Hanover.
The self-driving truck was jointly developed with automaker GAC.
Volume production of the robotruck is set to begin later this year.

Pony.ai, a Chinese self-driving technology firm, introduced its new Level 4 autonomous heavy goods vehicle on Monday at the IAA Transportation trade fair in Hanover, Germany. This fully electric truck, a collaboration with automaker GAC, is scheduled for volume production later this year.

Level 4 autonomy signifies that the vehicle can operate independently under specific conditions. Pony.ai is in discussions with European governments and potential customers regarding road tests, viewing Europe as a key market due to labor cost and shortage issues. The company plans to launch its robotrucks in European and Middle Eastern markets within the next two years.

Pony.ai is also expanding its robotaxi services beyond China and is currently conducting tests in several European cities, including Zagreb, Croatia. This move coincides with a growing trend of Chinese truck manufacturers, such as BYD and Geely, introducing electric models in the European market.

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