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China’s WeRide Launches L4 Driverless Minibus in France

Written by Cláudio Afonso | LinkedIn | X

Autonomous driving technology company WeRide has introduced an L4 driverless minibus shuttle service in Paris, France. The company has partnerships with Renault-Nissian-Mitsubishi Alliance, Yutong Group, GAC Group, and Bosch.

In collaboration with French automaker Renault, WeRide is currently providing the shuttle service during the Roland-Garros Grand Slam tennis tournament.

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Guangzhou, China, WeRide has launched its Level 4 Robobus to transport passengers along a route that spans approximately 5 kilometers and takes about 12 minutes.

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The Robobus features WeRide’s full-stack, self-developed autonomous driving software and hardware system, meeting the global demand for low-carbon and green public transportation. It offers autonomous shuttle services across various scenarios, including urban roads, airports, resorts, and tourist sites.

WeRide Robobus has established a presence in nearly 30 cities worldwide, making it the company’s flagship product and a cornerstone of its global market expansion.

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Written by Cláudio Afonso | LinkedIn | X

Cláudio Afonso is the Founder and Editor of EV, an independent electric vehicle news publication owned by CARBA, the company he founded in early 2021. Between 2022 and 2024 he worked in European corporate communications at Nio, and he returned to lead EV in April 2024. He is based in Porto, Portugal.