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.
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