Robotaxis nearing London debut after Uber nabs minicab licence

Uber said 100,000 people have signed up to experience its Wayve robotaxis (Picture: Reuters) Hailing a self-driving taxi could be a reality for Londoners later this summer after Uber and Wayve were awarded licences. London transport is getting closer to a historical crossroads as robotaxi firms are preparing to launch in the capital. The curious-looking robotaxis – with a safety human driver sitting behind the wheel – have been tested in London throughout 2026, with the likes of Waymo and Wayve eager to start offering rides to customers. Now the tech company Wayve and its partner Uber have been granted minicab licences by Transport for London (TfL). Wayve’s electric Ford Mustang robotaxis were granted minicab licences in the latest development for self-driving vehicles in London (Picture: