# inDrive plans 2027 robotaxi tests in Central Asia with Pony.ai and Nvidia

Uber rival inDrive intends to begin robotaxi testing in Central Asia in 2027, partnering with autonomous driving firm Pony.ai and chipmaker Nvidia. The move signals growing interest in self-driving services beyond major markets and could shape competition in regional ride-hailing.

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- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/uber-rival-indrive-eyes-2027-robotaxi-tests-in-central-asia-with-pony-ai-and-nvidia/) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000