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Baidu and Lyft Showcase London Robotaxi as 2027 Rides Remain a Target
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Fusion42 · 24 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Baidu's Apollo Go and Lyft's Freenow showcased the RT6 robotaxi in London, targeting public driverless rides by 2027, pending regulatory approval. Road tests began in Brent with safety operators, but no fixed launch date or firm fleet commitment is set yet.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility, and 7 sources have reported it between 23 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026.
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Autonomous vehicle founders in London have a clearer path to test and launch driverless ride services, with regulatory approval now the main barrier. You can engage city officials or potential partners now to position your service for the earliest openings.
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7 sources · first reported 23 Oct 2026 · latest 24 Oct 2026
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