With Gasgoo Daily, we will offer daily important automotive news in China. For those we have reported, the title of the piece will include a hyperlink, which will provide detailed information.
Pony.ai launches Robotaxi passenger service in Singapore
On April 7, Pony.ai officially launched Robotaxi passenger operations in Singapore, in partnership with ComfortDelGro, marking a key step in its global expansion strategy.
What's happening:
✅ Service deployed in Punggol with a 12 km fixed route
✅ Connects residential areas with malls, MRT and bus hubs
✅ ~55-minute full journey, saving up to 15 minutes vs public transit
✅ Currently invitation-only ahead of wider public rollout
Why it matters:
This marks Pony.ai's transition from pilot testing to real-world deployment in Singapore after ~7 months of preparation. The move supports its “China + overseas” dual-engine strategy, with plans to scale 3,000+ Robotaxis across 20+ cities globally in 2026—nearly half overseas.
BMW to debut 16 new models at Auto China 2026
BMW Group confirmed it will showcase its largest-ever lineup at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, with 16 new models across BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad.
Key highlights:
✅ 4 global debuts and 8 China premieres
✅ New BMW 7 Series & BMW i7 to make global debut
✅ Next-gen long-wheelbase BMW iX3 & i3 tailored for China
✅ Integration of AI, smart features, and localized tech
Why it matters:
The lineup signals BMW's full-scale push into next-generation electrification and intelligent mobility, with China positioned as a key launch market for its latest tech stack.
D-Robotics secures $150M to scale embodied AI ecosystem
On April 8, D-Robotics announced the completion of a $150 million Series B2 round, bringing total Series B funding to $270 million.
What's happening:
✅ Backed by Prosperity7 Ventures, Envision Group and others
✅ Funding to expand global developer ecosystem
✅ 2025 shipments +180% YoY; customers +200%
✅ 100,000+ global developers across 20+ countries
Tech stack:
· RDK S600 high-performance development platform
· Integrated with Horizon Robotics' HoloMotion & HoloBrain models
· Enables "one brain, multiple forms" across robot types
Why it matters:
The move strengthens D-Robotics' push into embodied AI, combining hardware + software + cloud-edge architecture. With Horizon Robotics, the company is building a foundational platform to accelerate scalable, real-world robotics deployment.
