Driverless future gains momentum with global robotaxi deployments
Uber, opens new tab and Lyft, opens new tab are teaming up with Chinese tech company Baidu, opens new tab to test self-driving taxis in the UK in 2026, making them the latest ride-hailing platforms to partner with self-driving vehicle firms. Robotaxis are expected to be a safer mode of transport that can reduce operational costs by minimizing reliance on drivers and optimizing routes through real-time data. Several cities and countries have positioned themselves as testing grounds for robotaxi services, with deployments for last-mile logistics such as robotic food delivery and daily travel.