Abu Dhabi has officially launched commercial operations for fully driverless taxis, marking a major regional milestone in autonomous transportation. The rollout, announced today by Abu Dhabi Mobility under the Integrated Transport Centre, activates the first dedicated commercial lane for autonomous vehicles and begins a pilot fleet operating across key central routes in the city. The initiative involves private autonomous-vehicle operators working alongside regulators to ensure safety, compliance and seamless integration into public mobility networks. Officials say the service sets a new MENA benchmark for smart-city development, with wide implications for logistics, ride-hailing sectors and long-term urban planning. The launch represents a decisive step in Abu Dhabi’s strategy to expand next-generation mobility solutions across the emirate.
