Robotaxi industry gears up for mass production

China's robotaxi industry is transitioning from pilot programs to mass production, with SAIC Motor, XPeng, and Geely-backed Cao Cao Mobility announcing dedicated platforms launching 2026-2027. Cost reductions and operational maturity are narrowing the gap between robotaxis and human-driven vehicles, prompting Goldman Sachs to raise its 2030 China fleet forecast to 705,000 units.

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