Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleUber has launched a limited trial of self-driving taxis in London, making it only the second European city after Zagreb to host the technology. The initial rollout features 15 electric Ford Mustangs powered by AI technology created by London-based firm Wayve. Uber users can opt in via the app to receive an autonomous vehicle, though a human safety driver will remain behind the wheel for now. Self-driving technology faces stricter regulatory oversight and more complex road layouts in Europe compared to the United States. UK Transport Secretary Heide Alexander hailed the launch as a major milestone for transport innovation and economic growth. In fullUber launches first self-driving taxis in London after cutting thousands of jobsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Uber’s first self-driving taxis take to London streets
Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleUber has launched a limited trial of self-driving taxis in London, making it only the second European city after Zagreb to host the technology. The initial rollout features 15 electric Ford Mustangs powered by AI technology created by London-based firm Wayve. Uber users can opt in via the app to receive an autonomous vehicle, though a human safety driver will remain behind the wheel for now. Self-driving technology faces stricter regulatory oversight and more complex road layouts in Europe compared to the United States. UK Transport Secretary Heide Alexander hailed the launch as a major milestone for transport innovation and economic growth. In fullUber launches first self-driving taxis in London after cutting thousands of jobsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
