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Baidu prepares to launch driverless taxi in Europe, WSJ reports
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on May 14, 2025
1 min readLast updated: January 23, 2026
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Baidu is preparing to test its driverless taxi service, Apollo Go, in Europe, marking its first trial in the region, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.
Baidu to Launch Apollo Go Driverless Taxis in Europe
(Reuters) -Chinese technology giant Baidu is preparing to test its driverless ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, in Europe for the first time, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.
(Reporting by Ananya Palyekar)
Key Takeaways
- •Baidu plans to test its driverless taxi service in Europe.
- •Apollo Go is Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing platform.
- •This marks Baidu's first driverless test in Europe.
- •The Wall Street Journal reported the upcoming launch.
- •Baidu aims to expand its technology footprint globally.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baidu prepares to launch driverless taxi in Europe, WSJ reports
1What is the main topic?
The main topic is Baidu's preparation to test its driverless ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, in Europe for the first time.
2What is Apollo Go?
Apollo Go is Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing service, which the company plans to test in Europe.
3Where will Baidu test its driverless taxis?
Baidu plans to test its driverless taxis in Europe, marking its first trial in the region.
