"Autonomous Revolution Hits the Road: Croatian Startup Verne Unveils China-Backed Self-Driving Cars In a groundbreaking move, Croatian startup Verne is set to revolutionize the autonomous driving industry with the launch of BAIC cars fitted with cutting-edge software from China's Pony AI. The innovative initiative has garnered significant attention, thanks to its backing from Mate Rimac, the renowned entrepreneur behind the iconic electric supercar brand Rimac Automobili. With Rimac's expertise and Pony AI's advanced technology, Verne is poised to take the autonomous driving market by storm. As the world continues to navigate the future of transportation, Verne's bold venture is sure to be a major player in the emerging landscape of self-driving vehicles."


Local startup Verne uses BAIC cars fitted with autonomous-driving software from China’s Pony AI and is backed by Croatian entrepreneur Mate Rimac, the maker of electric supercars.