Uber announced on June 7 that it has opened an interest list for London customers eager to ride in Wayve autonomous vehicles once the robotaxi service launches in the city within the coming months, subject to regulatory approval [1, 2]. The exact launch date remains undisclosed.
The initial fleet will comprise mid-to-high single-digit numbers of Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles outfitted with Wayve’s self-driving technology and branded as Uber x Wayve, according to Wayve and Uber [3, 4]. Uber’s global autonomous driving lead, Annie Duvnjak, said the service aims to offer a new transport option while positioning the UK as a hub for autonomous vehicle innovation [4].
At launch, all robotaxis will include a human safety operator behind the wheel, in line with current local regulations, with fully driverless operation planned for a later time not yet specified [1, 3]. Riders matched with Wayve robotaxis will pay the same fares as traditional Uber rides, with no added cost, and will have the option to opt out for a human-driven vehicle when matched with an autonomous car [1, 3].
Wayve has tested its autonomous tech on London streets since 2018, demonstrating its capability to navigate complex urban environments including buses, cyclists, and pedestrians [4, 2]. The partnership follows Wayve’s $1.5 billion funding round in February 2026, backed by Uber, Mercedes-Benz, and Nissan, enhancing its autonomous vehicle development capacity [2].
Meanwhile, Uber’s existing partnership with Waymo, another autonomous vehicle operator, continues in US cities and also recently expanded testing in London. Since April 2026, Waymo has operated about 100 Jaguar I-Pace robotaxis with safety drivers on London streets [1, 2]. Waymo and Baidu’s Apollo Go have also announced plans to test or expand self-driving services in the city [2].
Uber confirmed the London robotaxi rollout will take place in phases, with fleet size and operating areas still under negotiation [3]. The service represents a competitive addition to London's growing autonomous vehicle landscape.
Uber customers can now sign up on the interest list, and the first rides are expected to begin once approvals are secured in the coming months [1, 2].
