Robotaxis are coming to London. The city's famed black cab drivers are skeptical

London is becoming a major test bed for robotaxis as companies prepare for government trials in the spring. Wayve has been running a self-driving Ford Mustang Mach-E on busy city streets. On a recent ride, it handles traffic, cyclists, and construction with a human backup driver onboard. Waymo and Baidu are also testing in London. Supporters say robotaxis add a new option for getting around. Black cab drivers push back hard. They say London’s tangled roads and constant pedestrian crossings make automation risky. Experts say robotaxis may only fill niche gaps.