Self-driving Ubers are set to hit London roads in 2024, following government trials of fully autonomous vehicles starting in spring 2026. This breakthrough allows small-scale taxi services without a human driver, in a first for Europe. Uber will work with Wayve for these trials in its key European market. The UK aims to emulate the success of driverless taxis in the US and China, with the potential to create 38,000 jobs and an industry worth £42 billion by 2035, improving road safety and transport accessibility.
Self-driving Ubers are expected to debut in London by next year, ushering in trials without any human safety driver onboard, marking a significant milestone in autonomous vehicle technology.
The UK government is expediting trials of fully autonomous vehicles, with Uber partnering with Wayve for self-driving taxi tests to begin in spring 2026.
The DfT anticipates that self-driving technology could create 38,000 jobs and establish a £42 billion industry by 2035, thereby positioning the UK as a leader in innovation.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander emphasized the potential of self-driving cars to enhance road safety and accessibility, while also driving economic growth through job creation.
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