Explore the advancements and widespread adoption of Baidu's autonomous driving technology, Apollo, which leads in robotaxi operations in China.
Baidu Apollo's robotaxi service, Apollo Go, has expanded its operations to 27 cities across China as of October 2026. This extensive network now serves over 300,000 rides weekly across major urban centers, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. Since Baidu launched its Apollo open platform in 2017, its autonomous driving efforts have accumulated over 330 million kilometers of autonomous driving, with more than 220 million kilometers completed in fully driverless mode by April 2026.
These advancements highlight Baidu Apollo's leading role in developing and commercializing autonomous driving technology in China. The company transitioned to 100% fully driverless operations across the country in February 2025, deploying its sixth-generation autonomous vehicle, the Apollo RT6, designed for cost-effective mass production. Its operations include innovative developments like China's first underground self-driving routes in Wuhan, showcasing its commitment to integrating autonomous solutions into complex urban transportation systems.
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