AsianFin--Following Tesla’s launch of its Robotaxi autonomous vehicle, Ruqi Mobility’s Vice President, Sun Lei, commented that hybrid operations are an effective path for scaling up Robotaxi services. He noted that it is currently difficult for Robotaxi services to simultaneously achieve the goals of high safety, large operational areas, and economic viability.

A hybrid model, combining human-driven ride-hailing vehicles with Robotaxis, offers the optimal balance during the commercialization process. This approach helps manage risks and gradually develop technology within safety thresholds, ultimately enabling Robotaxis to surpass and replace human-driven ride-hailing vehicles over time.