Uber beats Waymo as first to launch robotaxis in London
Uber has launched the first robotaxis in London, beating Waymo to the punch.
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The brief
Uber has launched the first robotaxis in London. The Verge was first to report that Uber beat Waymo to the launch. The Times added that drivers accompanying the autonomous vehicles are prohibited from speaking.
Uber's investor relations confirmed the launch, noting it as the first-ever autonomous rides in the UK. The New York Times also covered the launch, mentioning the testing phase in London. The robotaxis are now operational on London's busy streets.
Europe is considering more self-driving vehicles, according to Newsday.
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Who reported it (9)
- Today Wayve starts robotaxi service in London Electronics Weekly · 11h ago
- Robotaxi service debuts on London's busy streets as Europe weighs more self-driving vehicles WRAL · 11h ago
- Uber and AI firm Wayve launch first self-driving robotaxis in London Yahoo · 11h ago
- Robotaxis arrive in London Axios · 11h ago
- Robotaxi service debuts on London's busy streets as Europe weighs more self-driving vehicles Newsday · 11h ago
- Drivers babysitting Uber’s autonomous cars banned from speaking The Times · 11h ago
- Uber Technologies, Inc. - Wayve and Uber Launch First-Ever Autonomous Rides in the UK Uber Investor Relations · 11h ago
- Uber and Wayve to Start Testing Robotaxis in London The New York Times · 11h ago
- Uber beats Waymo as first to launch robotaxis in London The Verge · 11h ago
Quick answers
Who launched the first robotaxis in London?
Uber, in partnership with Wayve.
When did the robotaxis launch in London?
September 2, 2026.
What restrictions are placed on drivers accompanying the robotaxis?
Drivers are banned from speaking.
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