JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OMOWAY, an innovative electric motorcycle technology startup, was recently featured on CNBC Indonesia's popular program, "Autobizz". During the segment, founder Todd He shared his vision and insights into the smart electric motorcycle industry. Following the interview, OMOWAY extended an invitation to prospective dealers, signaling a new phase of collaboration to pioneer Indonesia's smart e-mobility future.
Todd He, also an original co-founder of the celebrated EV brand XPeng, highlighted that Indonesia's market is in a "golden phase" for electric mobility much like China's early EV growth. He explained that this imminent trend is fueled by falling battery costs, innovative players with superior products and a clear strategy, as well as strong momentum from both government support and a tech-savvy youth population.
"OMOWAY's entry is perfectly timed," stated Todd He. "We are bringing not only E-Motorcycle, but also a decade of successful experience and technological expertise from the smart EV market. We sincerely welcome local partners to join us in riding this historic wave."
Demonstrating its commitment to local growth, OMOWAY expects to achieve a 50% local content rate (TKDN), with its production line and office block set to be operational by year-end. A strong partnership with local auto-grade suppliers will also guarantee the electric motorcycles deliver outstanding quality, reliability, and safety.
The Dealer Partnership Program is designed to build a robust distribution network and offers a comprehensive support system for partners to achieve their final goals - sales driving. It includes:
Exclusive product advantages: Adhering to higher auto-grade standards, OMOWAY's smart E-Motorcycle adapts auto-grade components and a self-developed algorithm optimized for road conditions in Indonesia. The operational savings over five years can even offset the cost of a new traditional motorcycle. With a nearly 200 km range, a comprehensive charging network at dealerships and a dedicated app, OMOWAY provides a complete solution to address customer needs.
Complete Brand & Marketing Support: Top-tier localization team fully provides region-specific marketing strategies and support, as well as assistance in brand events.
Professional Training: Comprehensive training for sales, service, and technical maintenance to ensure your team is equipped for success.
Cutting-Edge Technology Empowerment: Integration with advanced dealer management systems to boost operational efficiency and customer service.
Since its launch, OMOWAY's prototype OMO X has garnered widespread global attention, including the U.S., the Europe, the Middle East, Japan, Brazil etc., powerfully validating its international potential and market appeal. The invitation to appear on CNBC indonesia, a top financial media outlet in Indonesia, also reaffirms the immense international potential and market appeal of OMOWAY's product.
Dealers are welcome to connect with OMOWAY. For more information, please visit www.omoway.com.
About OMOWAY:
OMOWAY is a mobility tech innovator founded by XPENG's original co-founder and former executives. Driven by a mission to drive intelligence and sustainability globally, OMOWAY aims to provide next-generation smart mobility solutions by adapting its self-developed automotive-grade technology into e-motorcycles and wider areas, realizing its vision to deliver innovative smart experiences to every life. OMOWAY has secured tens of millions in funding from heavyweight backers including Hongshan (Sequoia China), ZhenFund, and HUI Capital. The founding team's personal investment underscores their passionate belief.
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OMOWAY Founder on CNBC, Shares E-Motor Industry Insight and Invites Partners to Pioneer Indonesia's Smart Mobility Future
- Having secured the fully driverless commercial permit in mid-November 2025, the partners have launched fully autonomous ride-hailing service via the AutoGo app.
- Initial operations cover Yas Island, with phased expansion planned for Reem, Al Maryah, and Saadiyat Islands.
- The launch marks a critical step toward the partners' goal of deploying hundreds of vehicles by 2026 and building Abu Dhabi's largest fully driverless fleet.
ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888) today announced that its autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, and AutoGo, a leading UAE-based autonomous mobility company, have officially launched the fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing service in the emirate. The launch of the service, now available via the AutoGo app, marks a major milestone in the commercialization of autonomous driving in the Middle East. The service has launched initially on Yas Island, where users in Abu Dhabi can now download the app to hail fully driverless rides.
The collaboration between Baidu's Apollo Go and K2's AutoGo began in March 2025, when they announced the partnership to build Abu Dhabi's largest fully driverless fleet. Building on that momentum, the companies secured one of the inaugural permits for fully driverless commercial operation in Abu Dhabi in mid-November 2025 and signed a next-phase agreement to scale the fleet to hundreds of vehicles by 2026. With the service now available to the general public through the AutoGo app, the partners are actively advancing their goal of establishing the emirate's largest fully driverless fleet.
"Moving from an initial partnership agreement to launching live, fully driverless operations for the public in a span of just a few months is a remarkable milestone," said Liang Zhang, Managing Director of EMEA at Baidu Apollo. "This speed of execution highlights the technical readiness of Apollo Go, the strong operational capabilities of our partnership, and the steadfast support of local regulatory bodies."
"AutoGo's transition to live robotaxi operations marks an important milestone in Abu Dhabi's autonomous mobility journey," said Sean Teo, Managing Director of K2. "Launching the service at the start of the year reflects our focus on execution and long-term value creation. By introducing robotaxi services in real urban environments and scaling across key districts, we are moving decisively from development to deployment—delivering autonomy that is practical, safe, and ready for everyday use."
The initial operation covers Yas Island, a premier leisure and entertainment hub in Abu Dhabi, now designated as a permitted zone for fully driverless operations. This service allows users to simply download the AutoGo app, request a ride, and experience a journey in a vehicle with no human driver behind the wheel.
Following the initial launch on Yas Island, the service will implement a phased geographic roll-out across Abu Dhabi. The expansion will begin with Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, and Saadiyat Island. Over time, the service will continue to expand across additional areas, with the long-term objective of operating across the wider Abu Dhabi emirate.
Apollo Go's rapid expansion into the UAE is backed by its industry-leading autonomous driving technology and proven real-world operational expertise. As a leading autonomous ride‑hailing service provider globally, Apollo Go has logged more than 240 million autonomous kilometers, of which over 140 million kilometers were completed in fully driverless mode. With a global footprint across 22 cities, Apollo Go's weekly ride count has recently surpassed 250,000, and the service has completed more than 17 million cumulative rides as of October 31, 2025. Looking ahead, Apollo Go and AutoGo will scale fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing services to reach more users and advance Abu Dhabi's smart city vision.
About Baidu
Founded in 2000, Baidu's mission is to make the complicated world simpler through technology. Baidu is a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, trading on the NASDAQ under "BIDU" and HKEX under "9888." One Baidu ADS represents eight Class A ordinary shares.
Media Contact
intlcomm@baidu.com
ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888) today announced that its autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, and AutoGo, a leading UAE-based autonomous mobility company, have officially launched the fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing service in the emirate. The launch of the service, now available via the AutoGo app, marks a major milestone in the commercialization of autonomous driving in the Middle East. The service has launched initially on Yas Island, where users in Abu Dhabi can now download the app to hail fully driverless rides.
The collaboration between Baidu's Apollo Go and K2's AutoGo began in March 2025, when they announced the partnership to build Abu Dhabi's largest fully driverless fleet. Building on that momentum, the companies secured one of the inaugural permits for fully driverless commercial operation in Abu Dhabi in mid-November 2025 and signed a next-phase agreement to scale the fleet to hundreds of vehicles by 2026. With the service now available to the general public through the AutoGo app, the partners are actively advancing their goal of establishing the emirate's largest fully driverless fleet.
"Moving from an initial partnership agreement to launching live, fully driverless operations for the public in a span of just a few months is a remarkable milestone," said Liang Zhang, Managing Director of EMEA at Baidu Apollo. "This speed of execution highlights the technical readiness of Apollo Go, the strong operational capabilities of our partnership, and the steadfast support of local regulatory bodies."
"AutoGo's transition to live robotaxi operations marks an important milestone in Abu Dhabi's autonomous mobility journey," said Sean Teo, Managing Director of K2. "Launching the service at the start of the year reflects our focus on execution and long-term value creation. By introducing robotaxi services in real urban environments and scaling across key districts, we are moving decisively from development to deployment—delivering autonomy that is practical, safe, and ready for everyday use."
The initial operation covers Yas Island, a premier leisure and entertainment hub in Abu Dhabi, now designated as a permitted zone for fully driverless operations. This service allows users to simply download the AutoGo app, request a ride, and experience a journey in a vehicle with no human driver behind the wheel.
Following the initial launch on Yas Island, the service will implement a phased geographic roll-out across Abu Dhabi. The expansion will begin with Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, and Saadiyat Island. Over time, the service will continue to expand across additional areas, with the long-term objective of operating across the wider Abu Dhabi emirate.
Apollo Go's rapid expansion into the UAE is backed by its industry-leading autonomous driving technology and proven real-world operational expertise. As a leading autonomous ride‑hailing service provider globally, Apollo Go has logged more than 240 million autonomous kilometers, of which over 140 million kilometers were completed in fully driverless mode. With a global footprint across 22 cities, Apollo Go's weekly ride count has recently surpassed 250,000, and the service has completed more than 17 million cumulative rides as of October 31, 2025. Looking ahead, Apollo Go and AutoGo will scale fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing services to reach more users and advance Abu Dhabi's smart city vision.
About Baidu
Founded in 2000, Baidu's mission is to make the complicated world simpler through technology. Baidu is a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, trading on the NASDAQ under "BIDU" and HKEX under "9888." One Baidu ADS represents eight Class A ordinary shares.
Media Contact
intlcomm@baidu.com
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Baidu's Apollo Go and K2's AutoGo Commence Fully Autonomous Ride-Hailing Service on Yas Island, Announce Phased Expansion Across Abu Dhabi
