South Korean Government Delegation Visits Pony.ai and Experiences Gen-7 Robotaxi

On March 19, a delegation of senior officials from multiple South Korean government ministries visited Pony.ai’s Beijing R&D Center to learn more about the company’s latest advancements in autonomous driving.

The delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Ministry of Economy and Finance, Financial Services Commission, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, and the Korean National Police Agency. Minister-Counselor Oh Won-wan from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in China also joined the visit.

During the visit, the delegation toured Pony.ai’s R&D facilities and engaged with the team on the company’s approach to developing and deploying Level 4 (L4) autonomous driving technology. Pony.ai has been steadily advancing its L4 capabilities, with a focus on safety, scalability, and real-world operations across multiple markets. The company has also been advancing its presence in South Korea, working with local partners and conducting on-road testing following regulatory approvals, including in Seoul’s Gangnam District.

A key highlight of the visit was a firsthand ride in Pony.ai’s seventh-generation Robotaxi. Built on the company’s latest autonomous driving system, the vehicle reflects ongoing progress in hardware-software integration, cost optimization, and system reliability—critical steps toward large-scale commercialization.

Following the ride, the delegation shared positive feedback on the overall experience, noting the vehicle’s smooth performance, safety, and ease of use. They also expressed interest in how autonomous driving technologies like Pony.ai’s Robotaxi can be integrated into future mobility systems.

The visit underscores the growing global momentum behind autonomous driving and the importance of continued dialogue between industry and policymakers.

Pony.ai remains committed to advancing L4 autonomous mobility and accelerating the path toward safe, scalable, and accessible autonomous mobility worldwide.