Uber and technology company Wayve announce plans to begin launching driverless taxis on UK roads in the coming months. Multiple reports say the companies are preparing for an early trial that moves from demonstration to service for paying passengers. The announcement indicates that the first customers will be able to book driverless cabs within the next couple of months, with one outlet describing the timing as “this summer.” The vehicle and driving-technology work is attributed to Wayve, while ride-hailing and booking is handled through Uber’s app. The reports do not specify the cities or routes involved, nor do they outline the operational limits, safety arrangements, or the scale of the initial rollout. Overall, the coverage agrees on a near-term start date for limited passenger service in the UK, framed as an early commercial step for driverless taxi operations rather than a full nationwide deployment.
Uber and Wayve plan early UK launch of driverless taxis
Uber and technology company Wayve announce plans to begin launching driverless taxis on UK roads in the coming months. Multiple reports say the companies are preparing for an early trial that moves fr...
- Uber and Wayve plan to launch driverless taxis on UK roads.
- The first service is planned for paying passengers.
- Uber will allow bookings through its ride-hailing app.
- Wayve provides the driverless technology.
- The initial rollout is expected within the next couple of months, described as this summer.
Technology firm Wayve has teamed up with Uber to announce that the first paying passengers will be able to book a driverless cab in the next couple of months
2 months agoTechnology firm Wayve and ride hailing app Uber has announced the first paying passengers will be able to book a driverless cab in the next couple of months
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