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WeRide Inc. (WRD) is a global leader in autonomous driving technology, from advanced L2 systems to fully autonomous L4 solutions powering Robotaxi, Robobus, and urban logistics platforms. This page serves as the definitive source for official company announcements, financial updates, and technological breakthroughs.
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WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD) has launched pilot operations of its Robotaxi GXR and Robobus in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, marking its expansion into a third UAE emirate. The company has partnered with the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) as the exclusive autonomous vehicle provider for the emirate's smart mobility strategy.
The Robobus service will operate across nine stops on Al Marjan Island, connecting major hotels and resorts, while the Robotaxi GXR will serve the city center. Commercial operations are set to begin in early 2026 as part of RAKTA's public transport system, with initial operations including safety officers before transitioning to fully driverless operations.
WeRide has also signed an MoU with RAKTA to provide technical solutions, operational support, and training for the safe deployment of autonomous vehicles in the region. The initiative supports Ras Al Khaimah's Comprehensive Mobility Plan 2030 and its growing tourism sector.
WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD), a global autonomous driving technology leader, has secured a significant self-driving vehicle trial permit from Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) for Robotaxi trials. The company also clinched first place at the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport, winning nearly $1 million in prize money.
WeRide's initial Robotaxi GXR service will operate in key Dubai areas, starting with 50 vehicles and expanding to 1,000 vehicles in the Middle East, with plans to deploy tens of thousands of Robotaxis by 2030. Dubai becomes WeRide's 11th global city for Robotaxi deployment. The company plans to begin trials on the Uber platform within 2025, targeting fully driverless commercial operations by 2026.
Additionally, WeRide signed an MoU with RTA for collaboration on the Dubai Autonomous Zone, strengthening its position in the region's autonomous mobility sector.
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), a global autonomous driving technology leader, has been recognized on Fortune's 2025 Change the World list as the only AV tech company featured. The company also ranked 16th on Fortune's Future 50 list, marking the highest position for a Chinese company.
WeRide reported strong Q2 2025 results with revenue of $17.8 million, up 60.8% YoY. Notably, Robotaxi revenue surged 836.7% YoY to $6.4 million, representing 36.1% of total revenue. The company has expanded operations to 30 cities across 11 countries, achieving over 2,200 days of safe autonomous operations.
In Abu Dhabi, WeRide has tripled its Robotaxi fleet since December 2024, maintaining the largest fleet outside the US and China.
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), the world's first publicly listed Robotaxi company, has been included in the Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index (HXC). This inclusion is expected to enhance WeRide's visibility among investors and strengthen its capital markets position.
The company has demonstrated significant global expansion, operating in over 30 cities across 11 countries. Recent achievements include launching Singapore's first autonomous vehicle service with Grab, receiving Belgium's Level 4 test permit, and expanding partnership with Uber to deploy Robotaxis in 15 additional cities.
WeRide's Q2 2025 financial results showed strong growth with revenue reaching $17.8 million, up 60.8% YoY, while Robotaxi revenue surged 836.7% YoY to $6.4 million.
WeRide (NASDAQ:WRD) announced its partnership with Grab to launch Singapore's first autonomous vehicle service, Ai.R (Autonomously Intelligent Ride), in Punggol. The service will deploy 11 vehicles, including five-seater GXRs and eight-seater Robobus, marking WeRide's first GXR deployment in Southeast Asia.
Both vehicle models have achieved Singapore's Milestone 1 (M1) assessment certification, validating their safety for public road operation. The service will operate on two designated routes in Punggol, connecting key locations including shopping malls, residential areas, and transport nodes. Initially, each vehicle will have a trained Grab Safety Operator onboard, with service expected to begin taking passengers by early 2026.
WeRide (NASDAQ:WRD), a leading autonomous driving technology company, has secured Belgium's first Level 4 autonomous shuttle test permit for its Robobus. This milestone makes WeRide the only company globally with autonomous driving permits across seven countries: Belgium, China, France, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and the US.
The permit allows WeRide to test its Robobus on an 8km Leuven-Heverlee route with nine stops, partnering with De Lijn, City of Leuven, and Espaces-Mobilités. Following the initial testing phase with a safety officer, a pilot commercial service will run from mid-November through January 2026, marking Belgium's first commercial AV deployment in mixed traffic.
WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD), a global autonomous driving technology leader, hosted French Ambassador to China Bertrand Lortholary and delegation at their facilities. The visitors experienced WeRide's Robotaxi and Robobus technologies in rainy conditions and discussed the company's European expansion plans.
WeRide highlighted several achievements in France, including providing L4 autonomous Robobus service at Roland Garros, receiving France's L4 driverless public road testing permit, and launching Europe's first fully driverless commercial Robobus deployment in Drôme. The company is collaborating with Renault Group to develop a mass-produced autonomous Robobus by 2030.
WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD) has expanded into Belgium, its 11th global market, with the launch of its autonomous Robobus in Leuven. The company has partnered with De Lijn, the City of Leuven, and Espaces-Mobilités for this initiative.
The Robobus will initially operate between Leuven Station and Heverlee, with public road testing starting mid-September 2025. Following successful testing and regulatory approval, a pilot shuttle service will run from mid-November 2025 through January 2026, marking Belgium's first commercial AV deployment in mixed traffic. The service will be accessible via digital tickets and aims to improve first- and last-mile connectivity.
This expansion follows WeRide's successful deployments in France, Switzerland, and Spain, including Europe's first fully driverless commercial Robobus service in Valence, France, and recent Robotaxi launches in Furttal, Switzerland.
WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD) has launched the world's first 24/7 fully driverless commercial Robotaxi service across Huangpu District in Guangzhou, China. The service utilizes the mass-produced Robotaxi GXR model, which features L4 autonomous driving capabilities powered by NVIDIA's dual DRIVE AGX Thor computing platform.
The GXR completed its transition from testing to fully driverless operations in just 11 months, demonstrating WeRide's rapid commercialization capabilities. The vehicle features advanced safety systems, including Sensor Suite 5.6 for all-weather operation and comprehensive redundancy systems. The service is accessible through the WeRide Go app, allowing passengers to book point-to-point trips anywhere within Huangpu District.
WeRide has been operating Robotaxis in Guangzhou since November 2019, with its network now covering major landmarks and transportation hubs across approximately 145 square kilometers, achieving over 2,200 days of safe operations.
WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technology, has announced its management's participation in seven major investor conferences throughout September 2025. The conferences include prestigious events hosted by Goldman Sachs, BofA, CLSA, Morgan Stanley, and Evercore ISI, taking place across Hong Kong, San Francisco, and New York, with one virtual event.
These conferences will provide opportunities for investors to learn more about WeRide's autonomous driving technology and business developments.