All of this signals that we could potentially see Tesla’s Robotaxi service launch in the UK in the next couple of years; this has already soft-launched in Texas using modified versions of the Tesla Model Y SUV. Much like the test in the UK, these require a supervisor to be present, although they will eventually be replaced by the fully autonomous Tesla Cybercab, which was shown in London last year.
Tesla has said, however, that it expects its Full Self Driving (Supervised) tech to go live in Europe later this year, meaning while you may not be able to hail an autonomous Tesla taxi, owners will be able to try the tech for themselves.
With Uber also set to launch its own self-driving taxi service in London in Spring next year, the UK Government recently launched its consultation on self-driving vehicles, asking the industry and public to provide their own views.
Future of Roads Minister, Lilian Greenwood, dubbed self-driving vehicles “one of the most exciting opportunities to improve transport for so many people, especially those in rural areas or unable to drive”.
She added: “We want to work with passengers and industry to make this new form of transport safe and accessible, as we take our next steps towards adoption.”
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