Uber and Lyft to test Baidu robotaxis in London next year, joining Waymo

Uber and Lyft have announced plans to begin testing Baidu’s Apollo Go robotaxis in London in 2026, joining existing autonomous vehicle operators Waymo and local startup Wayve. Lyft CEO David Risher confirmed the move on social media, while Uber detailed its intention to start testing in the first half of 2026 as part of its partnership with Baidu, initially announced in July. This expansion marks a significant step in the companies’ efforts to establish autonomous ride-hailing services in major cities globally. These developments reflect a broader trend of collaboration between ride-hailing giants and autonomous vehicle technology providers. Both Uber and Lyft have formed multiple partnerships with companies like Baidu and Waymo to accelerate the deployment of robotaxis worldwide. The London rollout will be among the first major European tests for Baidu’s autonomous vehicles, highlighting the growing international competition and innovation in the robotaxi market.