Baidu Apollo Go wins Level 4 robotaxi approval in Switzerland as AmiGo

Baidu's Apollo Go secured a Level 4 autonomous driving permit in Switzerland for its AmiGo robotaxi service on March 11, 2024, marking a significant step in European public transport deployment. This permit, granted by the Federal Roads Office (FEDRO), allows operations within an 80 km² service area spanning three eastern cantons. Baidu, in partnership with Swiss Post's PostBus, aims for AmiGo to become Europe's largest planned automated public transport operation. The company stated that this approval positions them ahead of competitors like Waymo and Tesla in bringing driverless vehicles to public transit networks on the continent. The AmiGo service is expected to commence operations in the coming months, following extensive testing and regulatory review. This development signifies a growing international acceptance and integration of autonomous vehicle technology into urban mobility solutions.