Baidu's Apollo Go Expands European Footprint as Amigo, in Partnership with Postbus, Receives Level 4 Regulatory Approval in Switzerland

Baidu, Inc. announced that AmiGo, the on-demand autonomous mobility service developed through a partnership between Apollo Go and PostBus, has received a special operating permit from the Federal Roads Office (FEDRO) for Level 4 autonomous operations in Eastern Switzerland. AmiGovehicles have been conducting open-road testing since June 1, 2026, marking a major development in Apollo Go's European expansion and validating the global readiness of its autonomous driving technology. The FEDRO special permit confirms that AmiGo'svehicles and autonomous driving system meet Switzerland's clearly defined safety and quality requirements, underscoring the maturity and reliability of Apollo Go's globally proven technology.

Autonomous driving trials with a safety operator on board now cover an approximately 80 km service area across the cantons of St. Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, and Appenzell Innerrhoden. AmiGo brings together Apollo Go's RT6 vehicles and autonomous driving expertise with PostBus's deep knowledge of Swiss public transport operations.

The service complements the existing public transport network, particularly in areas where conventional services reach their limits, and is fully electric and bookable via the AmiGo app. The next phase will involve a closed-group user trial, followed by initial rides without safety operators once all safety evidence is fully provided. The longer-term goal is to launch regular operations from 2027, with rides bookable via the AmiGo app.

The service, which is expected to be the largest planned automated public transport operation of its kind in Europe, will be deployed using Apollo Go RT6 vehicles. Each RT6 vehicle is fully electric, carries up to three passengers, and is equipped with over 30 sensors enabling comprehensive environmental perception and real-time onboard data processing. The steering wheel is designed to be removed once the service transitions to fully autonomous operations.

Apollo Go is the world's leading autonomous ride-hailing platform, with a proven track record of large-scale operations. In the first quarter of 2026, Apollo Go delivered 3.2 million fully driverless rides, with weekly rides peaking at over 350,000 in March, representing 120% year-over-year growth. As of April 2026, cumulative rides provided to the public exceeded 22 million.

Apollo Go's global footprint now spans 27 cities, and its fleets have accumulated over 330 million autonomous kilometers as of May, including over 220 million fully driverless kilometers.