Overview

• Uber has announced it is prepared to deploy driverless taxis in the UK as soon as regulatory frameworks are finalized.
• The UK government has delayed full approval for autonomous vehicles to 2027, with interim trials under consideration.
• The 2024 Automated Vehicles Act permits limited self-driving technology on UK roads, requiring a human driver to remain in control.
• Safety concerns persist, with only 10% of Londoners reporting they feel safe in a driverless car, despite a fivefold increase since 2024.
• The government projects over 38,000 jobs and significant accident reductions by 2035 through the adoption of autonomous vehicles.