Dubai is advancing its autonomous public transport initiatives through several key developments. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has partnered with Pony.ai to pilot autonomous taxis, aiming for a full commercial rollout by 2026. This collaboration supports Dubai's goal to have 25% of all trips in the city be autonomous by 2030.
In April 2025, RTA, Uber, and WeRide integrated self-driving robotaxis into Dubai's public transportation system. This partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing Dubai's Self-Driving Transport Strategy, which targets transforming 25% of all journeys in the city into autonomous trips by 2030.
Additionally, in October 2023, Dubai began supervised testing of driverless vehicles on public roads, marking a significant step towards integrating autonomous transport into the city's infrastructure.
These initiatives reflect Dubai's commitment to innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, positioning the city as a leader in autonomous public transport.