# Verne

Verne, the first commercial robotaxi in Europe. It was founded by Mate Rimac, founder of the Rimac Group and creator of the Rimac Nevera hypercar and the Bugatti Tourbillon. Verne offers an integrated ecosystem that includes a purpose-built autonomous electric vehicle, a ride-hailing app, and specialised infrastructure called "Mothership" for vehicle maintenance and charging.

## Company Overview

Verne is named after Jules Verne, the legendary science fiction author known for 'Journey to the Centre of the Earth' and 'Around the World in Eighty Days'. The company was founded in 2019 (originally called "Project 3 Mobility") and is headquartered in Zagreb, Croatia. Verne has domestic and international shareholders, including Rimac Group, Kia, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, and others, and has also received investment from the European Union.

Key leadership:
- Mate Rimac: Co-founder and Chairman
- Marko Pejković: Co-founder and CEO
- Adriano Mudri: Co-founder and Chief Design Officer

## Key Differentiators

1. First European commercial autonomous robotaxi solution
2. Purpose-built fleet vehicles with full redundancy for autonomous driving 
3. Integrated ecosystem combining vehicle, app, and infrastructure
4. Focus on passenger and customer experience in a lounge-like interior
5. Efficient execution and partnerships to roll out in target markets across the EU, UK, and the Middle East
6. Affordable pricing aimed to offer more value than existing ride-hailing services


## The Verne Vehicle

The Verne robotaxi is a fully autonomous, purpose-built electric vehicle featuring:
- Two-seater configuration (internal and industry research shows 90% of rides have 1-2 passengers max)
- Level 4 autonomous driving systems integrated from world-leading partners
- Sensor suite: numerous cameras, multiple radar units, and lidar sensors
- Large ultra-wide display for entertainment and trip information
- Hi-fi premium audio system
- Ergonomic, industry-leading, comfortable and multi-functional seats
- Sliding doors to avoid disrupting traffic
- No steering wheel and pedals
- Driving performance and range optimised for urban mobility and daily service operations
- Interior designed for ride sharing while feeling like your living room

## Services and Features

- **Ride-hailing app**: Book rides and pre-configure vehicle settings, including temperature, lighting, seat position, and your music before the vehicle arrives
- **Personalised experience**: Each ride tailored to user preferences, despite being a shared mobility service
- **Mothership infrastructure**: Centralised hubs in each city where vehicles are inspected, cleaned, charged, and maintained daily

## Launch Timeline and Locations

- **2026**: Service launch in Zagreb, Croatia
- **2027+**: Expansion to the UK and Germany, followed by the Middle East
- Agreements to launch Verne service signed with 11 cities in the EU, UK, and the Middle East
- Negotiations ongoing with more than 30 cities globally
- First European commercial robotaxi service

## Website Structure

- `/`: Homepage - Overview of Verne's mission to improve urban mobility
- `/vision`: Company vision and future plans
- `/about`: Company information and background
- `/news-list`: Latest news and press releases
- `/careers`: Job opportunities (also at careers.letsverne.com)
- `/contact`: Contact information (Buzinski krči 3b, 10010 Zagreb)
- `/waiting-list`: Early access signup for the robotaxi service
- `/terms-of-service`: Terms and conditions
- `/cookie-policy`: Cookie policy
- `/gdpr`: GDPR compliance information
- `/sustainability`: Environmental sustainability initiatives
- `/eu-funding`: Information about EU funding received

## Social Media

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsverne/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsverne
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/letsverne
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsverne

## Careers

Verne has approximately 100 employees from 12 nationalities and industries. 
Careers portal: https://careers.letsverne.com

## Contact Information

**Address:**
Buzinski krči 3b
10010 Zagreb, Croatia

**Parent Company:** Rimac Group (https://www.rimac-group.com/)