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WeRide's new Robotaxi 'GXR' gains approval for paid driverless service in Beijing

Gabriella From Gasgoo| February 25 , 2025 15:11 BJT

Beijing (Gasgoo)- On February 24, autonomous driving tech company WeRide officially received approval to launch its new-generation Robotaxi, the "GXR," for paid driverless ride-hailing services in Beijing. The service will cover key areas of the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, as well as major stations like high-speed rail hubs.

WeRide's new Robotaxi 'GXR' gains approval for paid driverless service in Beijing

Photo credit: WeRide

The GXR is WeRide's second fully autonomous commercial Robotaxi model to operate in Beijing, following its launch on the Uber platform in Abu Dhabi last December. This marks the first large-scale deployment of fully driverless commercial services in China. In addition to urban roads, the GXR has also been granted permission to operate on certain highways, including routes connecting the Beijing Daxing International Airport.

WeRide's new Robotaxi 'GXR' gains approval for paid driverless service in Beijing

Photo credit: WeRide

The GXR, officially unveiled on October 15, 2024, is a testament to WeRide's more than five years of expertise in the Robotaxi sector. With industry-leading L4 autonomous capabilities, the vehicle features a redundant chassis-by-wire architecture, spacious mobility design, and a world-first hidden B-pillar. The GXR prioritizes passenger safety and comfort, offering the widest boarding space, optimal seating, and generous luggage capacity, making it ideal for group travel, airport transfers, and station commutes.

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