From EVwire · Simon Alvarez · · 1m
Uber invests in Verne robotaxi company
Uber confirms investment in Croatia's autonomous robotaxi firm.
In brief
Uber confirms investment in Croatia's autonomous robotaxi firm. Uber has invested in Verne, a Croatian robotaxi company, after CEO Marko Pejković confirmed the move on LinkedIn. Originally reported by EVwire.
Verne CEO confirms Uber investment
Verne co-founder and CEO Marko Pejković confirmed Uber has invested in Verne on LinkedIn.
“I can confirm - yes Uber has invested in Verne”
Uber CEO visits Verne in Zagreb
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi visited Verne in Zagreb and took a driverless ride using Verne's technology.
“Dara tried a robotaxi without a safety driver in Zagreb and was delighted with the experience”
Verne's autonomous vehicle
Verne is building a purpose-built two-seater robotaxi without steering wheel or pedals.
“the "final" Verne car without steering wheel and pedals”
Investment details
Uber previously stated it "intends to invest" in Verne but has now confirmed the investment.
“Uber has invested in Verne”
Robotaxi testing in Zagreb
Verne and Uber added driverless robotaxis to Zagreb app with safety operator in August 2026.
“Uber added Verne robotaxis to its Zagreb app with a safety operator still on board”
Next steps for Verne
Verne plans to remove safety operators for invited riders on a 22-kilometer route linking Zagreb airport with city center.
“a 22-kilometer (13.7-mile) route linking Zagreb's airport with Verne's headquarters and the city center”
What to remember
Uber has invested in Verne, a Croatian robotaxi company, after CEO Marko Pejković confirmed the move on LinkedIn.
