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Uber and British startup Wayve have begun testing robotaxis in London for the first time, marking a significant step in autonomous vehicle deployment in Europe. The self-driving cars utilize artificial intelligence technology to navigate city streets, though a human employee remains in the vehicle to monitor operations. London becomes the second European city to host such a service, following Zagreb. This development represents an expansion of autonomous ride-hailing services beyond initial test markets and signals growing confidence in AI-driven transportation solutions. The testing phase will likely gather data on urban driving challenges, regulatory compliance, and public acceptance before any potential wider rollout.
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Uber and British startup Wayve are testing robotaxis in London for the first time. The autonomous vehicles operate using AI technology, with an employee still monitoring the system.
London becomes the second European city to offer this service, following Zagreb.
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Uber and Wayve launch London’s first robotaxis with safety operators on board