wire / 2026-10-16-9ccc
London driverless taxi rollout draws protests over jobs, congestion and safety
London cabbies, who memorized the entire city, are not thrilled about a car that downloaded it.
The facts
The rollout of AI-powered driverless taxis in London has sparked protests and concerns over potential job losses, increased congestion, and safety risks. Reports and surveys show significant public opposition, prompting calls for stronger regulation and oversight by Transport for London to address these hazards.