Geely's Caocao Announces Ambitious Plan for 100,000 Robotaxis by 2030
Geely's ride-hailing subsidiary, Caocao, has unveiled a strategic plan to deploy 100,000 purpose-built robotaxis globally by 2030. This announcement was made by Chief Executive Gong Xin at the Beijing auto show. The initiative positions Caocao as a competitor to Tesla's Cybercab and other domestic players like Pony.ai and Apollo Go. The robotaxi, named Eva Cab, is designed specifically for driverless ride-hailing, featuring a simplified cabin to reduce costs and maintenance. This approach contrasts with competitors who adapt existing models for autonomous use. Initial deployments are planned for Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, and several Chinese cities. Caocao, which operates China's second-largest ride-hailing platform, aims to leverage its existing network for international expansion. 
