Pony AI (NASDAQ: PONY) is a technology company focused on the research, development and deployment of autonomous driving systems. Founded in December 2016 by James Peng and Lou Tiancheng, the firm combines expertise in robotics, artificial intelligence and vehicle engineering to create a full-stack solution for self-driving vehicles. With dual headquarters in Fremont, California, and Guangzhou, China, Pony AI aims to advance safe, reliable and scalable mobility services worldwide.
The company’s core offerings include an integrated hardware and software platform that covers perception, sensor fusion, high-definition mapping, planning and control modules. Pony AI also develops vehicle-agnostic computing units, in-house lidar and radar sensors, and cloud-based fleet management tools. These technologies underpin its autonomous mobility services, which range from robotaxi operations and goods delivery to advanced driver assistance systems for automakers and logistics partners.
Pony AI has conducted extensive on-road testing and pilot programs in both the United States and China. In California, the company operates driver-in-loop and driverless pilot fleets in the San Francisco Bay Area and Irvine, while in China it has secured permits for autonomous ride-hailing trials in cities such as Guangzhou, Beijing and Shenzhen. Through partnerships with local governments, infrastructure providers and transportation operators, Pony AI is working to integrate its services into urban mobility networks and smart city projects.
The company is led by co-founders James Peng, who serves as Chief Executive Officer, and Lou Tiancheng, who serves as President. Backed by investors including Sequoia Capital, IDG Capital and ClearVue Partners, Pony AI continues to expand its engineering teams and strategic alliances with global automakers. With a vision of accelerating the commercial launch of self-driving fleets, the company is positioned to play a significant role in the evolution of autonomous mobility solutions.
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