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PartnershipJun 22, 2026, 06:01 AM

WeRide Partners for Right-Hand-Drive Robotaxis, Targets Global Expansion

AI Summary

WeRide announced a strategic partnership with Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group and Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings Limited to jointly develop and deploy Robotaxis specifically designed for right-hand-drive markets. The collaboration will leverage WeRide's autonomous driving technology, Geely Farizon's vehicle manufacturing, and Kwoon Chung's public transport operations. Commercial services for the purpose-built Robotaxis will commence in Hong Kong, with plans for global expansion into other right-hand-drive regions. This move aims to establish WeRide's dual capabilities in both right- and left-hand-drive operations, accelerating the commercialization of autonomous driving worldwide.

Key Highlights

  • WeRide partnered with Geely Farizon and Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings for right-hand-drive Robotaxis.
  • The collaboration will develop Robotaxis specifically for right-hand-drive markets.
  • Deployment of commercial right-hand-drive Robotaxi services will begin in Hong Kong.
  • The new Robotaxi model is based on the existing production-ready GXR platform.
  • WeRide aims to expand its Robotaxi fleet to 2,600 vehicles by end-2026.
  • Plans include scaling the fleet to tens of thousands by 2030.
  • The initiative targets global right-hand-drive markets like Singapore, UK, Japan, and Australia.