Luxembourg to Lead Upcoming Pilot Phase
Chinese self-driving pioneer Pony.ai has partnered with automotive giant Stellantis through a memorandum of understanding aimed at developing electric vans equipped with Level 4 autonomous technology for European roads. The collaboration will begin with testing in Luxembourg, with commercial deployment expected to follow from 2026. The venture combines Stellantis’ expertise in manufacturing electric vehicles with Pony.ai’s advancements in artificial intelligence and automated driving systems.
Electric Vans Designed for Dual-Purpose Mobility
Under the agreement, Pony.ai’s autonomous software platform—featuring integrated sensors, mapping, and control systems—will be applied to Stellantis’ light commercial electric models from Peugeot, Citroën, and Opel. These vehicles will be adapted to operate as both people carriers and delivery vans in urban areas. During the early testing stage, safety operators will remain behind the wheel while the vehicles undergo performance validation and regulatory clearance throughout Europe.
Partnership Extends Pony.ai’s Global Presence
The alliance marks Pony.ai’s first major entry into the European market, adding to its existing autonomous fleets in China and the United States. Stellantis views the collaboration as a step forward in embedding next-generation automation within its expanding electric portfolio. Both companies highlighted that all phases of the project will prioritize road safety, regulatory compliance, and data protection obligations before the technology moves toward public adoption.
