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title: "Why This Nvidia-Backed Robotaxi Stock Is Skyrocketing Today"
type: "News"
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description: "Shares of WeRide surged 24% following the announcement of an expanded partnership with Uber, which will see the rollout of WeRide's robotaxi services in 15 new cities globally over the next five years. This partnership leverages WeRide's autonomous technology and Uber's operational expertise, positioning WeRide ahead of competitors like Tesla and Waymo. Despite operating at a loss, the backing of Nvidia and the potential for growth make WeRide an attractive option for high-risk investors."
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# Why This Nvidia-Backed Robotaxi Stock Is Skyrocketing Today

Shares of **WeRide** (WRD 26.06%) were soaring on Tuesday. The stock was up 24% as of 1:45 p.m. ET. The move comes as the **S&P 500** and **Nasdaq Composite** slipped by 0.7% and 0.8%, respectively.

The autonomous vehicle pioneer yesterday announced a significant expansion of its strategic partnership with **Uber Technologies**. This drove investor enthusiasm.

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## WeRide and Uber expand their partnership

WeRide and Uber announced a major expansion of their existing partnership on Monday. The companies will add 15 additional cities globally over the next five years -- including locations in Europe -- to the rollout of WeRide's robotaxi services. The announcement makes one of the largest partnerships of its kind in the autonomous vehicle industry and helps accelerate the timeline for WeRide's global deployment of its technology.

Under the terms of the partnership, WeRide's robotaxi services will be available through the Uber app in these new markets, while Uber will handle fleet operations. This division of responsibilities plays to each company's strengths: WeRide provides the autonomous technology, and Uber contributes its existing massive user base and operational expertise.

The expanded partnership builds on the companies' initial collaboration in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

## WeRide could be pulling ahead

Yesterday's announcement suggests China-headquartered WeRide is pulling ahead of many autonomous vehicle competitors in the race to actually bring the technology to market. However, stiff competition remains from major players like **Tesla** and **Alphabet-**backed Waymo. Uber also announced today it was partnering with **Pony AI** to roll out in certain Middle East markets, with more to come.

WeRide operates deep in the red, but that is not unusual for a company like it. This will change once its technology establishes itself and sales grow. The company's stock is also slightly better priced than Pony AI's, and it has the backing of **Nvidia**. For those with patience and a high risk tolerance, I think WeRide is a good pick.

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