Baidu’s Apollo Go Matches Waymo’s Robotaxi Adoption Pace with 250,000 Weekly Rides
Baidu's autonomous vehicle unit Apollo Go has hit a significant milestone, surpassing 250,000 weekly robotaxi rides as of October 31. This growth rate mirrors Alphabet's Waymo, which reported similar figures in April. The Chinese tech giant now operates in Wuhan, Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen, with expansions planned for Hong Kong, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi.
Strategic partnerships with Uber and Lyft aim to bring Apollo Go to international markets by 2026. Meanwhile, a collaboration with Switzerland's PostBus signals Baidu's European ambitions. The company has processed 17 million orders to date, cementing its position in the global AV race.