Waymo's London Gambit: The Technical and Regulatory Gauntlet Facing Robotaxis in 2025
Waymo announces plans for fully driverless robotaxi trials in London by 2026, but faces significant technical hurdles adapting its US-proven AI systems to the UK's complex urban environment and navigating an incomplete regulatory framework. This potential milestone highlights the collision course between cutting-edge autonomy, infrastructure demands, and societal impacts on transportation.