Exciting times ahead, tech lovers! Chinese internet giant Baidu is gearing up to launch its fleet of driverless taxis on rideshare app Lyft in Germany and Britain by 2026 – all pending regulatory approval. 🚗
This bold move follows a recent deal with Uber in Asia and the Middle East, showcasing Baidu’s global ambitions to lead in autonomous driving. Already, driverless taxis are whizzing around select areas in the United States and on the Chinese mainland, with hotspots in Wuhan and Shanghai’s Pudong.
Imagine zipping through vibrant cities like Bangalore, Jakarta, or Metro Manila in a sleek, self-driving ride – a tech-powered revolution that blends convenience with innovation. 🤖✨
Baidu isn’t the only player in this race. Competitors like WeRide and Pony.AI are also making strategic moves overseas, while Lyft is strengthening its European footprint with the acquisition of the German taxi app Freenow. Clearly, the future of urban mobility is steering towards a driverless era.
Stay tuned as the regulatory wheels turn – 2026 might just be the start of a new chapter in ridesharing across Europe!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
