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- Roads & Driving · London
Sadiq Khan calls for robotaxi cap in London
London's Mayor Sadiq Khan has called for a limit on the number of robotaxis operating on city streets. He is concerned about the potential impact on air quality, traffic, and employment for drivers.
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London Assembly calls for TfL control over robotaxis
London Assembly members are urging the government to grant Transport for London (TfL) authority over autonomous taxi services. The call follows a report highlighting uncertainties about robotaxi benefits and potential impacts on public transport, congestion, and accessibility, alongside driver concerns.
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Driverless Taxis Could Harm London, Assembly Warns
A London Assembly transport committee report has warned that driverless taxis could worsen congestion and threaten jobs. It calls for Transport for London to gain more regulatory powers and for a plan to support affected drivers.
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Waymo driverless car testing expands across London boroughs
Self-driving cars from Alphabet-owned Waymo are being tested on London streets. The company is conducting safety and mapping work in several boroughs ahead of a planned 2026 launch for its driverless ride-hailing service.
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Projects · LondonTfL approves first self-driving taxis in Barnet for Uber-Wayve trial
Transport for London has granted 15 private hire licences for autonomous Ford Mustang Mach-E taxis, allowing Uber and Wayve to begin passenger trials in Barnet and across London. A safety driver will remain in the vehicle during the initial phase.
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Projects · LondonTfL grants private hire licences to Wayve robotaxis in London
Transport for London has licensed a fleet of self-driving taxis developed by British firm Wayve, marking a first for commercial autonomous vehicles in the capital. A qualified driver must remain present, and separate approval is needed before fully driverless operation.
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Projects · LondonWayve robotaxis licensed for London Uber rides with safety drivers
Transport for London has licensed Wayve’s self-driving Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles for Uber rides in London. A safety driver will remain present during trials, which begin this summer for 100,000 people on Uber’s interest list. Full public rollout depends on further approvals.
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