Uber will introduce autonomous taxis in London in early 2026 through a partnership with Wayve Technologies.
The plan will initially involve human drivers at the wheel for safety, with a transition to fully autonomous taxis.
The U.K. government's introduction of an accelerated framework for autonomous vehicles aims to reduce accidents and introduce new job opportunities.
While there are concerns about the impact on job losses, the UK's Department for Transport believes the industry could create jobs and boost the economy significantly by 2035.