Gasgoo Munich-China's first engineering prototype of a purpose-built Robotaxi developed by Caocao Mobility, Geely Auto and other partners has rolled off the production line in China, marking the start of real-vehicle validation for a production-ready design, according to a post on Caocao Mobility's WeChat account.
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Key Takeaways
The first vehicle under the EO5M project has rolled off the production line.
The vehicle was designed from the outset for driverless Robotaxi operations, with the Caocao Mobility-customized EvaCab version scheduled to enter mass production in 2027.
Purpose-built for Robotaxi operations
The vehicle’s design and engineering were tailored to driverless Robotaxi operations, covering vehicle architecture, cabin experience, service delivery, safety and lifecycle operations.
Collaboration between Geely Auto and Caocao Mobility
Geely Auto contributed its vehicle development and manufacturing capabilities, while Caocao Mobility brought its experience in large-scale mobility operations into product definition and operational planning. The partners worked together to adapt the vehicle to real-world mobility scenarios and the requirements of scaled Robotaxi services.
Company statement
Caocao Mobility CEO Gong Xin said the prototype’s completion marked an important step toward the engineering implementation of an integrated ecosystem combining purpose-built vehicles, autonomous driving technology and intelligent operations. He said the company would work with Geely Auto and other partners to develop Robotaxis designed specifically for operational needs.
