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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Business
Angelo dela Dingco

Forget Tesla: This AI-Driven Robotaxi Stock Could Overtake It in the Real-World Market

Pony AI's Gen-7 robotaxi began mass production two months ago, with over 200 vehicles made.

A smaller, China-backed firm listed on the Nasdaq is emerging as a serious contender to challenge Tesla's dominance in the autonomous vehicle (AV) industry. While Elon Musk's Tesla remains the leading name in America's electric vehicle (EV) market, commanding a significant 43.1% share of EV sales in 2025, this newer player is rapidly gaining ground.

Musk envisions a future where self-driving Tesla cars, or 'robotaxis', revolutionise ridesharing worldwide. However, Pony AI's recent milestones and strategic expansion suggest it could soon take a leading role in the autonomous taxi sector.

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