On November 4th， according to media reports， Gaode (Amap) is set to officially enter the Robotaxi sector with ambitions for global market expansion， a development expected to be announced imminently.
Sources indicate that Gaode internally views this initiative with significant strategic importance， earmarking it as a key growth driver for the company’s future business portfolio.
The autonomous driving sector is currently experiencing a surge in interest and development. Gaode’s existing business operations appear to be highly synergistic with this burgeoning field， suggesting a strategic move to broaden its operational scope and market influence.
Multiple media outlets have corroborated that Gaode plans to enter the Robotaxi market through a deep collaboration with an automotive manufacturer.
Information obtained from XPENG Motors suggests that the company will reveal updates on its Robotaxi development at the upcoming 2025 XPENG Tech Day， scheduled for tomorrow. This announcement is anticipated to include the unveiling of XPENG’s first mass-produced Robotaxi， which will feature a novel exterior sunshade display.
Moreover， the “worldwide” designation on promotional materials hints at XPENG’s global ambitions for its Robotaxi service.
Concurrently， Gaode has confirmed to the media that its own Robotaxi-related progress will be disclosed tomorrow， November 5th.
