WeRide, Grab Launch Singapore's First Autonomous Shuttle Service

Chinese autonomous driving technology company WeRide is partnering with Southeast Asian super app Grab to launch Singapore's first autonomous shuttle service named Ai.R in the residential area of Punggol. The service will initially deploy 11 robotaxis consisting of two WeRide vehicle models: the five-passenger Robotaxi GXR and the eight-passenger Robobus, both of which have achieved Singapore's stringent Milestone 1 (M1) certification for safe operation on public roads. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) selected Ai.R as the sole autonomous shuttle project for two designated routes in Punggol, with Grab appointed to operate the service and provide safety operators. Passengers will be able to view vehicle schedules and track real-time locations through the Grab app. WeRide, listed on Nasdaq since October 2024 and recently included in the Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index, aims to enhance visibility and investment through this international expansion and collaboration. The launch event was attended by Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Transport, highlighting the government's support for autonomous vehicle innovation.