Beijing Allows Fully Driverless Robotaxis to Operate and Charge Fares in New District
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Beijing is allowing fully driverless robotaxis from companies like Baidu and Pony.ai to operate and charge fares in the Yizhuang district.
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The city plans to expand robotaxi service to the airport and train stations by the end of 2022.
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Pony.ai claims it has never had an accident with its driverless robotaxis in China.
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Robotaxis need to prove their safety records to get permits to expand their services.
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Baidu and Pony.ai already operate robotaxis in other Chinese cities like Shenzhen and Shanghai.
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