Verne is a Croatian mobility technology company developing autonomous ride-hailing services. The company originated from Project 3 Mobility (P3), a venture backed by Rimac Group, the Croatian automotive and technology company renowned for its high-performance electric hypercars. Named after the visionary science fiction writer Jules Verne, the company aims to transform autonomous transportation from a futuristic concept into an everyday urban mobility solution.

In April 2026, Verne launched Europe's first commercial robotaxi service in Zagreb, Croatia, becoming the first company to offer a publicly accessible autonomous taxi service on the continent. Customers can book rides through the Verne mobile app, while the initial fleet operates with Pony.ai's seventh-generation autonomous driving system installed in electric vehicles. During the early deployment phase, trained safety operators remain onboard as required by regulations before the service transitions to fully driverless operation.

Verne is responsible for owning and operating the robotaxi fleet, while Pony.ai provides the autonomous driving technology and Uber integrates the service into its ride-hailing platform. This partnership enables Verne to accelerate the commercial rollout of autonomous mobility in Europe, with plans to expand into additional European cities as well as selected markets in the United Kingdom and the Middle East.

Looking ahead, Verne plans to replace its initial fleet with a purpose-built autonomous electric vehicle designed specifically for robotaxi operations. Unlike conventional passenger cars, the two-seat vehicle prioritizes passenger comfort, spacious interiors, and operational efficiency rather than private ownership. Together with dedicated charging, maintenance, and fleet management infrastructure, the company aims to build a fully integrated autonomous mobility ecosystem that could reshape urban transportation across Europe.

According to the Internet