Singaporean taxi operator ComfortDelGro hopes robotaxis can future-proof the industry, as aging populations lead to fewer drivers

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ComfortDelGro is partnering with Chinese self-driving startup Pony.ai to launch a two-year pilot program in Guangzhou, China.

Honda and Nissan are partnering with Japanese taxi operators to launch self-driving taxi services, also due to a shortage of drivers.

Working-age populations are shrinking, posing a threat to businesses and industries that rely on human labor.

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Author / Journalist: Lionel Lim

Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: United StatesChinaJapanSingapore

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Published On: 2025-03-18 @ 08:35:46 (15 hours ago)

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