1st Robotaxis on Streets of UK — Can You Name the Company? - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights that the first robotaxi rides in London are being conducted by the UK-based startup Wayve, rather than more widely known companies like Waymo, Apollo Go, or Tesla. Wayve’s approach to autonomous driving relies on a self-learning AI driver that uses camera data and driving experience instead of detailed 3D maps and hand-coded rules. This vision-based method has attracted significant investment, with over $1.3 billion raised from investors, positioning Wayve as a notable player in the robotaxi space. However, Wayve is not yet offering commercial robotaxi services in London and does not intend to operate robotaxis itself. Instead, the company aims to license its AI driver software to automakers and other vehicle integrators. While Wayve’s approach is similar to Tesla’s, Tesla’s advantage lies in the extensive miles it has logged on public roads. The article suggests that Wayve’s future in the market is uncertain, as it may face challenges competing against larger