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Robotaxis to begin test runs in Kazakhstan in 2027 under inDrive, Pony.ai, Nvidia tie-up
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Fusion42 · 24 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Ride-hailing platform inDrive partners with Pony.ai and Nvidia to begin testing robotaxis in Kazakhstan in 2027, focusing on connecting Pony.ai's autonomous vehicles to inDrive's app with Nvidia providing AI technology. The initiative aims to introduce autonomous taxi services in challenging winter conditions while navigating regulatory frameworks and cost competitiveness in the emerging Central Asian market.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility, and 3 sources have reported it between 23 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026.
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You must factor harsh climate and local regulations into your autonomous vehicle plans as Kazakhstan offers a demanding testbed for robotaxi tech. This is your chance to prove cost-effective autonomous ride-hailing beyond established markets like the US and China.
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3 sources · first reported 23 Oct 2026 · latest 24 Oct 2026
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