Waymo plans to launch a robotaxi service in London in 2026, expanding its global self-driving ambitions.
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Waymo’s London Robotaxi Launch Set For 2026
Waymo Plans To Launch A Robotaxi Service In London In 2026 Waymo plans to launch a robotaxi service in London in 2026, marking a major milestone for Alphabet’s self-driving car division as it expands its global footprint. The company’s move into the U.K. follows its recent Tokyo debut and signals growing confidence in autonomous vehicle readiness across international markets. Image Credits:Waymo A Bold Step Into London’s Autonomous Future Waymo’s announcement came after weeks of speculation triggered by new job postings in London. The company already has a strong connection to the U.K. — it acquired Latent Logic in 2019, a startup spun out of Oxford University’s computer science department. That acquisition helped Waymo strengthen its self-driving simulation technology through advanced imitation learning. The company also launched an engineering hub in Oxford as part of its U.K. operations, laying the foundation for what’s now set to become a full-scale commercial service. Self-Driving Jagu…
