Overview

• Robo.ai named River Zhang as chief industrial officer and RoBUS president, citing senior roles at NIO, Ford and Volvo.
• RoBUS outlined three lines: RO1 new‑energy coaches (6–12 meters) with collision protection and integrated digital systems; RO2 city buses (9–12 meters) with driver‑assist features; RO3 premium business vehicles.
• Robo.ai will handle capital markets, brand building and market expansion, while JW Group supplies manufacturing capacity and access to a 400‑plus distributor network.
• The venture targets customized commercial vehicles for regional regulations and customers, positioned to support the UAE’s We the UAE 2031 vision.
• Robo.ai linked the strategy to its Arkreen DePIN investment, and its AIIO shares rose about 12% premarket after the news; the firms also reiterated plans for a South Asia production base.