Stellantis and autonomous driving technology leader Pony.ai have announced a new partnership aimed at fast-tracking the rollout of robotaxi solutions in Europe.
The two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop and test SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicles, integrating Stellantis’ AV-Ready Platform with Pony.ai’s advanced self-driving software. The collaboration marks a significant step toward deploying fully driverless, battery-electric vehicles capable of safe, hands-off and eyes-off operation in real-world urban environments.
Focus on LCV-Based Robotaxis
The partnership will initially focus on medium-size, battery-electric vans from Stellantis’ leading Pro One commercial vehicle business unit, which dominates the European light commercial vehicle (LCV) market.
The first test fleet, based on the Peugeot e-Traveller, will begin operations in Luxembourg in the coming months, before expanding to other European cities in 2026.
These vehicles will undergo real-world testing to validate safety, performance and regulatory readiness, laying the foundation for a scalable robotaxi platform designed for both passengers and goods.
“Driverless vehicles have the potential to transform the way people move in our cities, offering safer and more affordable options for communities,” said Ned Curic, Stellantis Chief Engineering & Technology Officer. “To bring this vision to life, we’ve built Stellantis’ AV-Ready Platforms and are partnering with the best players in the industry. Pony.ai stands out for their technical expertise and collaborative approach.”
Dr. James Peng, Pony.ai Founder and CEO, added: “We are delighted to partner with Stellantis to bring our autonomous mobility technology to Europe. Their strong European presence and portfolio of iconic brands make them the ideal partner to help accelerate our growth in this key market.”
Stellantis’ AV-Ready Platform is engineered to support SAE Level 4 capabilities through software and hardware upgrades, including system redundancies, advanced sensor suites and autonomous-driving stack integration. This architecture ensures compliance with stringent safety and reliability standards required for fully autonomous operation.
While the collaboration is centred on LCVs, it could pave the way for broader applications — from multi-passenger robotaxis accommodating up to eight people to autonomous mobility services for goods and last-mile logistics.
