Alphabet subsidiary Waymo has activated its autonomous Waymo Driver system on London streets. The AI now controls the vehicles following tens of thousands of miles of manual mapping. A human safety driver remains behind the wheel for oversight during this testing phase.
The expansion utilizes a fleet of all-electric Jaguar I-PACE vehicles to navigate the capital’s complex urban environment. This move represents Waymo’s first entry into the European market.
On-road testing serves as a critical step toward launching a fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing service. The company anticipates a commercial launch later this year, pending regulatory approval.